Religion

On Faith

by Sir William Killigrew 1606–1695

From Mid-night and Daily Thoughts (1694)

Religion

When Faith grows strong, our Fancies will soar high,
To search the secrets of Eternity;
Which to our Souls are of so near concern,
That no man can a greater Lesson Learn,
Nor have a more serene, celestial Bliss,
Than he'll enjoy, by practising of this
Great step, which by degrees will lead him on
To the sacred Seat of his Adoption,
Where Faith 'bove all the Gifts of Grace will shine,
With Love in Bliss, and Glory most divine.

MLA

Killigrew, William. “On Faith.” Poetry Codex, poetrycodex.com/poem/killigrew_w/78/.

Chicago

Killigrew, William. “On Faith.” Poetry Codex. https://poetrycodex.com/poem/killigrew_w/78/.

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