Christ is coming, O be ready;
Let not slumber dull your eyes;
Do not say, “My Lord delayeth;”
He is coming, O be wise!
Some with empty lamps will hasten,
Seeking oil for them to buy;
But alas! they’ll never enter;
Vain for them has been the cry.
Such, with hearts of anguish burning,
When they find the door is shut,
Will, in terror, cry, “Lord open;”
He will say, “I know you not.”
Then be ready, O be ready;
Heed the cry while yet you may;
With lamps trimmed and burning brightly,
Wait that coming, blessed day.
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