Aspiration

One favour grant, O God, — that now by me
My flesh may be forgot;
So shall I have (for I at last have learned)
Bliss for my lot.

Give to my heart and all its moods a place
Close by thy side;
Break, break the bond that binds me to desire,
To passion, shame and pride.

Thy name to utter and the saints to know, —
I beg but this of thee.
Here is no feigning, Lord; my service take
Of faith and purity!