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religion.
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One angel form still lingered near,
With joy my wounded heart to cheer,—
One angel friend in mercy came,—
Religion was her heavenly name.

Then never, never, may I stray
From this dear, safe, and pleasant way!
But e'en in death its Author bless,
And sink to sleep in happiness!