FATHER of all, thy care we bless, Which crowns our families with peace: From...

FATHER of all, thy care we bless, Which crowns our families with peace: From thee they spring; and by thy hand They are, and shall he still sustained.

To God, most worthy to be praised, Be our domestic altars raised; Who, Lord of heaven, yet deigns to come, And sanctify our humblest home.

To thee may each united house Morning and night present its vows; Our servants there, and rising race, Be taught thy precepts, and thy grace.

So may each future age proclaim The honours of thy glorious name; And each succeeding race remove To join the family above.