Daniel’s wisdom may I know,
Stephen’s faith and spirit, too;
John’s divine communion feel,
Moses’ meekness, Martha’s zeal.
May I with unwearied Paul,
Win the day and conquer all:
Mary’s love may I possess,
Lydia’s tender-heartedness.
Peter’s ardent spirit feel,
And, like him, to Christ appeal;
Like young Timothy, may I
Every sinful passion fly.
Job’s long patience may I know;
David’s deep devotion, too;
Samuel’s pious, filial care;
Mine be Jacob’s wrestling prayer,
May Isaiah’s hallowed fire
All my fervent heart inspire:
Joseph’s purity impart;
Isaac’s meditative heart.
Abraham’s friendship, how sublime!
Might I call that blessing mine.
More than all, may I pursue
The lovely pattern Jesus drew:
And in my life and conduct show
How He conversed and lived below,
And follow close the suffering Lord
And may His image be resorted.