Classic Poem

If Knowledge, Piety, and Truth, combin'd
In one intelligent and active mind,
Deserve our praise, the tribute must be thine,
In whom collected, all these virtues shine.
Thy clear discernment and pervading soul,
Sees not in part, but comprehends the whole.
Wisdom to thee her treasures did impart,
Improv'd and soften'd thy diffusive heart.
Blest with thy friendship may it ne'er expire,
Still cheer my heart, and gratitude inspire;
By thy example fir'd, teach me to run.
The paths of Virtue, those of Vice to shun!