Classic Poem

SEEN FROM THE SEA

Spirit of Caledonia's rocky coast!
Thy pale beam, glimmering like a star of night,
Looks o'er the sea a while: anon 'tis lost;
Then comes forth in a blaze of purest light,
Like a lost soul redeem'd: again it wanes:
But soon a blood-flame gleams upon the sight,
Like a thrall'd warrior bursting from his chains,
Stunning the world with wonder of his might —
Bright beacon lamp! thou may'st be liken'd to
The Book of God — the beacon-light of Heaven:
Thou appear'st in different shades, yet all are true;
The Heavenly light is like thee in this, even:
Your ends are one — a blessed end! for both
Are lamps to light the nighted pilgrim's path.