On the Death of Mr. Howard, the Celebrated Philanthropist
Beyond the favour'd spot where Europe stands,
From Russia's frozen shore to Turkey's lands;
Ev'n from the dungeon to th' imperial throne,
Was H OWARD'S name in simple grandeur known
Champion of mercy! 'twas a princely name
Proclaim'd by truth, by eloquence and fame!
But bright religion takes a nobler view;
It sees a faithful servant, just and true—
He deem'd his honour'd path by Heaven assign'd
To teach, to succour, to relieve mankind!
He serv'd his master, ev'n in danger's post,
And dying, gains the prize he valu'd most.
From Russia's frozen shore to Turkey's lands;
Ev'n from the dungeon to th' imperial throne,
Was H OWARD'S name in simple grandeur known
Champion of mercy! 'twas a princely name
Proclaim'd by truth, by eloquence and fame!
But bright religion takes a nobler view;
It sees a faithful servant, just and true—
He deem'd his honour'd path by Heaven assign'd
To teach, to succour, to relieve mankind!
He serv'd his master, ev'n in danger's post,
And dying, gains the prize he valu'd most.
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