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British Library: MS Egerton 607 Prayers, Meditations, and Devotional Pieces (before 1663) Elizabeth Cavendish Egerton, Countess of Bridgewater ( Author) Item 29 (Devotional writing), fols.106v-107r An Exhortation to confidence in God's mercy Let us in affliction never doubt of God's mercy ... and sacrifice ourselves to his will as Abraham would his Son upon the Altar 18 lines.British Library: MS Egerton 607 Prayers, Meditations, and Devotional Pieces (before 1663) Elizabeth Cavendish Egerton, Countess of Bridgewater ( Author) Item 30 (Devotional writing), fols.106r-108r Repent in Dust and Ashes That is truly to repent, without pride ... which was to give us a testimony of the mystery of our salvation 18 lines.British Library: MS Egerton 607 Prayers, Meditations, and Devotional Pieces (before 1663) Elizabeth Cavendish Egerton, Countess of Bridgewater ( Author) Item 32 (Prayer, Devotional writing), fols.109v-111v Upon recovery out of sickness after Delivery O Lord God to thee all thanks and praise belongs ... to whom I give all thanks and glory now and for evermore 35 lines.British Library: MS Egerton 607 Prayers, Meditations, and Devotional Pieces (before 1663) Elizabeth Cavendish Egerton, Countess of Bridgewater ( Author) Item 33 (Prayer, Devotional writing), fols.111v-113r Upon the occasion of my Husband'sBirthday [John Egerton was born on 30th May 1623 .] O my God, the only and everlasting God ... and be you ever with him in his greatest extremity and distress 28 lines.British Library: MS Egerton 607 Prayers, Meditations, and Devotional Pieces (before 1663) Elizabeth Cavendish Egerton, Countess of Bridgewater ( Author) Item 35 (Meditation, Devotional writing), fols.114v-118v Upon occasion of the death of my boy Henry If God be pleased to give me a Child ... to his glory and my comfort 85 lines.[Line inserted between the lines, after line 30.] [See also item 36.] British Library: MS Egerton 607 Prayers, Meditations, and Devotional Pieces (before 1663) Elizabeth Cavendish Egerton, Countess of Bridgewater ( Author) Item 36 (Verse, Elegy, Devotional writing), fols.119r-v On my Boy Henry Here lies a Boy the finest child from me ... I mourn not for thy Birth, nor Cry [See also item 35.] 10 lines.British Library: MS Egerton 607 Prayers, Meditations, and Devotional Pieces (before 1663) Elizabeth Cavendish Egerton, Countess of Bridgewater ( Author) Item 37 (Meditation, Devotional writing), fols.119v-121v When I lost my Dear Girl Kate My sorrow is great I confess ... so great a blessing as that sweet child upon me [See also the next two items (38 and 39).] 39 lines.British Library: MS Egerton 607 Prayers, Meditations, and Devotional Pieces (before 1663) Elizabeth Cavendish Egerton, Countess of Bridgewater ( Author) Item 38 (Meditation, Devotional writing), fols.121v-125v On the same occasion It was God's pleasure to afflict me ... he may call us all to his blessed Kingdom to live with him forever [The occasion is the death of her daughter Kate (see also items 37 and 39)] 81 lines.British Library: MS Egerton 607 Prayers, Meditations, and Devotional Pieces (before 1663) Elizabeth Cavendish Egerton, Countess of Bridgewater ( Author) Item 39 (Meditation, Devotional writing), fols.125v-127r On the same occasion In the sight of us the unwise ... so must my sorrow submit [The occasion is the death of her daughter Kate (see also items 37 and 38)] 23 lines.William Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 2 (Verse, Devotional writing), fol. iv r Julea Pallmer September 28 1671 Blessed spirit, do thou indict ... To warm, and quicken, my dull heart 7 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 3 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 1 2 Longings to go hence From earth's dark den, fain would I fly ... And yet I cannot get up higher [Page 1 is the verso of the fourth leaf of the volume.] 26 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 4 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 1-2 3 The Love of Christ Oh what unparalleled love was this ... Must wait for an eternal age 24 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 5 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 2-3 4 Of approach to God, in ordinances I come to lie down at thy feet ... And dwell with thee at length 44 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 6 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 3-4 5 The world This world's a vain, an empty thing ... Through Christ, who gave himself for thee 21 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 7 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 4-5 6 The complaint of a burdened soul Some pity take ... Say thou art righteous, good, and just [This poem is written in two columns, with the final couplet appearing at at the top of the next page.] 58 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 8 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 5-6 7 Mixed desires Thou sitst between the cherubims ... You may, then go your way 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 9 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 6 8 Desires to love Christ Though I can nothing for thee do ... And ever shall endure 28 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 10 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 6-7 9 Longings after a sense of Christ's love Dear Lord, away fain would I fly ... Both now, henceforth, and ever more 34 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 11 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 8-9 10 Admirings of Christ and longings to be with him Oh my redeemer dear ... With pleasing, harmony 48 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 12 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 9-11 11 Pride, and humility 'Twas pride that hurled the angels down ... Lord, give it, unto me 84 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 13 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 11 12 Of faith, and love Faith, and love, are a comely pair ... Oh sweet, and pleasing, rest 12 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 14 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 11-14 13 Desertion The full assurance of thy love ... Thou'lt not turn hell, into heav'n for me 102 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 15 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 14-16 14 The strugglings of faith October, 7 1671 Why lookest thou, so sternly at me ... Though Satan, rage, and bawl [Seven shorthand symbols follow the title of this poem.] 68 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 16 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 16-17 15 Faith's triumph Then now my soul, rejoice, and sing ... And still admire, thee more, and more 46 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 17 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 17-18 16 Thanksgiving or an acknowledgement of mercy When I on faith, my thoughts pitched last ... Thy name, may glorify 40 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 18 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 19 17 The soul clouded after a clear sight of Christ Thou hast my heart, my God, my Lord ... Thou'lt surely hear my cry 28 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 19 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 19-21 18 God demand, and the soul's reply My son give me thy heart, thou sayest ... Let be, to thee, my heart 60 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 20 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 21-24 19 Rich supplies of grace, in Christ In Christ there is, a full supply ... Christ shall be glorious evermore 84 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 21 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 24-26 20 The weary pilgrim This world's, a prison unto me ... That I must wrap me in 60 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 22 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 26-29 21 A dark glance at the priviledges of a glorified state At thy right hand, there's lasting joy ... Then thou shalt see God's face 120 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 23 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 29-32 22 A soul, moving towards its centre This world I cannot live upon ... There I thy praises, shall record 87 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 24 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 32-34 23 The vanity of the world, and instability of creature comforts This world is an enchantress, which ... My God has gained my heart 60 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 25 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 34-35 24 Experience of the same What has this world, been unto thee? ... When creature streams dried up 52 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 26 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 36-38 25 Christ a perfect pattern, and complete saviour Without defect, a pattern rare ... When seen, and felt 76 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 27 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 38-42 26 Temptation Satan has still his sugared bait ... Where Satan shall not creep 132 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 28 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 42-44 27 An experience concerning affliction October 26 1671 This day I met, with trials sharp ... Securing me from fear 64 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 29 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 44-45 28 Of prayer By prayer, we do hold ... And always thriving be 44 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 30 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 45-47 29 Of death Though this be true death is accursed ... I shall arise when dead 60 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 31 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 47-50 30 The excellency, and sweetness of the life of faith Oh noble life, oh life secure ... Haste, to the glorious crown 96 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 32 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 50-51 31 Beauty of holiness Holiness is thine image bright ... Till I thy self enjoy 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 33 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 51-53 32 The soul in an ectasy of admiration, at the beauty of Christ, and the sweetness, of communion with him Oh come and see, oh come, and see ... I can't, come live with thee 64 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 34 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 53-54 33 Reflection My soul, my soul, what didst thou get ... Lest I, become a prey 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 35 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 55-56 34 The soul under a sense of suspending the answer of prayer How long, oh Lord holy, and true ... Until thou do, my soul remove 54 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 36 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 56-57 35 Of idleness If thou wilt not cut thy self work ... As strongly led by thee 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 37 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 57-60 36 None but Christ There's none but Christ, there's none but Christ ... The depths that in it be 76 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 38 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 60-61 37 Home, home Thou art the only, only, best ... With her dear bridegroom still reside 38 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 39 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 61-63 38 Love If thou, thy goods giv'st to the poor ... Where love, shall perfect be 72 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 40 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 64-65 39 Perseverance The crown is set, upon the head ... And crown away at last 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 41 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 65-66 40 Desires The nearer I, approach to thee ... Whom it desires, and longs, to see 38 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 42 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 66-68 41 The soul admiring Christ longs to be with him Come now my soul, let loose on Christ ... Whilst I am in my way 76 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 43 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 68-71 42 Concerning the Lord's day Oh blessed, sacred, queen of days ... Fruition of thy face 80 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 44 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 71-72 43 The soul reaching out after what it most desires Fain I would die ... From me one ray 54 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 45 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 72-74 44 The soul greatly clouded November 20 1671 What means, this dismal cloudiness ... Whilst I walk, in darkness 44 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 46 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 74-75 45 Upon Christ's return November 22 How sweet are thy returning rays ... And in thy love shall swim 52 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 47 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 75-77 46 High expectations, calls for a high, and suitable conversation What manner of persons ought we ... When hence they flee 60 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 48 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 77-79 47 Experience How sweetly dost thou melt my heart ... My soul to God most high 44 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 49 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 79-81 48 The more holy, the more happy The grace of God which to us brings ... On whom our hearts are bent 72 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 50 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 81-82 49 The soul greatly clouded What shall I say, what shall I do ... And rest, although thou kill 48 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 51 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 82-84 50 Concerning sin Sin is a contrariety ... When fixed in heaven's sphere 72 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 52 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 84-85 51 A desirable day My God, I long for that sweet day ... Hasten, this blessed, happy day 34 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 53 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 86 52 Experience Thou dost oh Lord, prepare our heart ... That pride, may not forth burst 24 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 54 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 86-88 53 Contempt of the world and folly of worldlings Alas poor, empty, sorry world ... We might avoid the smart 44 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 55 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 88-89 54 Lets hindering the soul in its speedy progress, to its desired home Fain I would break through ev'ry let ... And never stop, till time be done 34 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 56 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 89-91 55 Upon the sight of a hasty traveler When sometimes I do stand, and view ... Haste with thee, for to be 56 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 57 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 91-92 56 A lasting name If thou wouldst eternise thy fame ... But still be on record 28 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 58 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 92-93 57 Longing desires, and restless breathings. of the soul, after the full enjoyment of Christ Oh when shall Christ, and my soul meet ... And on sweet Jesus, fix thine eye 42 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 59 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 93-95 58 The freeness of grace in its actings The freeness of thy grace is strange ... Henceforth, eternally 52 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 60 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 95-97 59 The voice of faith December 6 1671 I know in whom, I have believed ... That I may still praise, thee 60 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 61 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 97-98 60 The soul tasting something of the sweetness of God. longs to get nearer and have its fill of him Dear God, how sweet art. thou to me ... To take possession, of the crown 40 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 62 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 98-99 61 Concerning judging of others Sit thou not on, the judgment seat ... I should be found, to murther 40 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 63 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 100 63 Experience March 3 1671/2 I heard of one has got the start ... To have of thee, my joyful fill [There is no poem number 62 in the ""First Century"", meaning that there are in fact 199 poems in the collection as a whole, even though the numbering goes to 200. In the ""Second Century"" Palmer has skipped poem 88 but has two poems numbered 96, so there are 100 poems in that section.] 24 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 64 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 100-103 64 The priviledges, and happiness of believers Each saint, is a victorious king ... Of joyful victory 80 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 65 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 103-105 65 The mansion Arise by faith, my soul be gone ... Whilst on these heights, of love, I gaze 62 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 66 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 105-107 66 All wants made up in Christ Thou drawst a veil over my grace ... Can ne're be fully pris'd 44 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 67 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 107-108 67 Unworthiness no let in the pursuit of the greatest attainments because grace is free A sence of my unworthiness ... When filled shall be my cup 48 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 68 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 108-110 68 The soul's pleadings to be gone How long oh Lord, holy and true ... My soul's impatient of delay 58 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 69 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 110-112 69 Contentation A will that's fully swallowed ... When God calls, to let go 52 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 70 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 112-115 70 Some few particular mercy (amongst many) taken notice of through the whole course of life How sweet it is, to meditate ... Thy grace, to levity [This poem is a spiritual autobiography of Palmer's life, focusing almost solely on the stages of her salvation.] 112 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 71 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 115-117 71 Hope A Christian's life's a life of hope ... At the sweet fountain head 66 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 72 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 117-118 72 A view of the vanity of the world, and the sweetness of Christ makes the soul long after him Thou art in the abstract, most dear ... Unto the God above 44 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 73 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 118-121 73 The soul weary, and tired, with the world, makes out earnestly, after that, which can give satisfaction I can't endure, this world, 'tis poor ... My soul, to its sweet harbour 76 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 74 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 121-122 74 The soul under a sense, of God's hiding his face Lord let me have ... To the vision beatifical 60 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 75 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 122-124 75 Fear conquered, by faith Sometimes with David, I do say ... And make them all, abscond 48 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 76 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 124-126 76 Eternity Eternity, eternity ... Yield new matter of praise 76 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 77 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 126-127 77 Longings to be gone Oh when shall I, hoist sail, and go ... Then in thy love, I still shall range 26 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 78 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 127-129 78 The fruit of sin, or a lamentation for England What cause have we, ashamed to stand ... Unto our children dear [This poem analyses the recent history of England in terms of divine judgment. The great plague of 1665 is mentioned in stanza 4, the defeat of the English navy during the Dutch War is mentioned in stanza 5, and The Great Fire of London of 1666 is mentioned in stanza 6.] 56 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 79 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 129-130 79 The child in a stranger's arms Oh world, what means thy tempting charms ... And fetch me, to thy throne 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 80 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 130-131 80 The soul's support and comfort in the worst times, and under the greatest storms 'Tis time, my soul to exercise. thy faith ... Whilst ages of eternity, remain 52 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 81 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 132-133 81 Questions of a restless dissatisfied soul When shall this black night disappear ... And growing up apace 52 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 82 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 133-135 82 Worldlings' folly Mad world, why dost thus mistake ... When I in glory's, orb shall shine 48 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 83 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 135-136 83 The best cordial A cordial, in a fainting hour ... And Christ shall still, new life give forth 26 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 84 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 136-138 84 The soul's complaint from a sense of its instability, and inconstancy, in this imperfect state Oh who will help me, for to moan ... Thy grace shall fully shine 80 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 85 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 138-140 85 The soul longing for death, eyes the resurrection, and future happiness of the body Oh death come, come ... Him ever more 54 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 86 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 140-141 86 The soul viewing Christ in his humiliation, rejoices at and longs for a sight of his now glorious exaltation, and his second appearance Come now my soul, behold thy king ... And we with thee, shall haunt [The number and first two words in the title of this poem are surmounted by seven shorthand symbols.] 56 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 87 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 142 87 The soul encouraging itself with the hopes of the speedy satisfaction of its desires in the full enjoyment of God What meanst thou poor. imprisoned soul ... And fetch me, to, the fountain head 28 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 88 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 142-143 88 More to the same purpose He that hath said, it is but yet ... And bathe in seas, of love divine 16 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 89 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 143-144 89 Longings to be in heaven When shall I leave, this world unkind ... And drenched in love at fountain head 30 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 90 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 144-145 90 The soul passionately longing after satisfaction in the full enjoyment of God I long, I thirst, I cannot rest ... I shall be filled then 28 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 91 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 145-146 91 About thoughts When shall it once, be natural ... To objects, pure, and high 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 92 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 146-148 92 The soul expostulating with God under a sense, of the hiding of his face March 11 1671/2 My God, why hidest thou thy face ... What giv'n under thine hand 48 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 93 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 148-149 93 About spiritual discourse June 13 1672 What means this sinful. modesty ... Fit opportunity 48 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 94 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 149-150 94 Emulation, and desire June 18 1672 Oh blessed souls now sweetly lodged above ... Because of dubious thoughts which fill my breast 40 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 95 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 151-152 95 The soul under a sense of Christ's hiding his face, and suspending influences makes its complaint How mutable is this my state ... And draw thou near apace 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 96 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 152-154 96 Spiritual pride June 20 1672 Wouldst thou my soul, a monster see ... Be thine alway 96 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 97 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 155-156 97 The soul having a little glimpse of God afar off. wonders what it shall have, and longs, for full enjoyment If thy back parts so lovely be ... Till I climb Zion hill 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 98 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 156-157 98 Heaven upon earth June 21 How sweetly this the soul, doth animate ... Of love upon, the top of Sion hill 50 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 99 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 157-160 99 Concerning the good opinion of men What is the vain applause of man ... With true renown 96 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 100 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 160-161 100 The soul pleasing itself beforehand with its last farewell at its departure Farewell vain world, from thee I flee ... And thy face always see Come Lord Jesus come quickly Amen [This is the final poem of the ""First Century"" of verse; numbering begins again at number 1 for the ""Second Century"".] 33 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 101 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 162 Oh let thy spirit me direct ... A light, to lead them unto thee [This untitled poem is the first poem for the ""Second Century"" of verse.] 8 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 102 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 163-165 2 Satan's policy and enmity. June 22 1672 Oh what a subtle enemy ... And fetch me up, out of his way 74 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 103 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 165-166 3 The soul desiring still to have that presented to its eye. as may, make it swiftly towards heaven An earnest penny give me still ... Through this rough sea, to thee 28 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 104 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 166-168 4 Our dependency upon. and beholdingness to free grace When the sun removes up from the earth ... Perfect in thee 71 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 105 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 168-169 5 The soul expostulating with itself because of anxious thoughts What meanst thou thus my soul to rove ... Thee to a fuller store 48 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 106 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 169-171 6 From dark, and cloudy providences, upon the church, and people of God. June 25 1672 Shall we, our father angry see ... And succour thine without delay 68 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 107 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 171-172 7 The soul reaching out after a nearer communion, and higher attainments. June 26 1672 It never is so well indeed, with me ... Through this my pilgrimage, and weary race 50 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 108 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 172 8 Temptation vanquished Doth Satan tell thee, that thy God ... If thou believe, and hope 24 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 109 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 172-173 9 Spiritual sloth the soul's ruin What cause have we, for to bewail ... And then my motion, will be swift 48 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 110 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 174-175 10 Motives to quicken the soul to diligence, June 26 Let not thy sloth, thy hopes defeat ... On Zion hill 63 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 111 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 175 11 From those words in Luke 2:7 and laid him in a manger because there was no room for him in the inn How strange this word, sounds in my ears ... Dear Lord, 'tis all thine own 28 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 112 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 176 12 Upon this question how do, you do Who can be well ... Though I can't come to tell 45 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 113 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 177 13 June 28 1672 Thy ways, are ways, of pleasantness ... Worth having, as from thee doth flow 20 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 114 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 177-178 14 Experience working in - soul encouragement (to hope and wait for greater mercies) and thankfulness In my distress, to thee I cried ... Of thine excellencies [The dash in the title curves upwards at the edges and is possibly a shorthand symbol meaning ""the"".] 52 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 115 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 178-180 15 Christ only excellent, only desirable The sun, and moon are glorious ... To all eternity 72 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 116 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 180-183 16 Infinite love of Christ What love is this, that boiled in ... Up in thy love, at fountain head 144 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 117 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 183-185 17 The soul from a sense of its unworthiness of the least mercy. expostulateth with itself, for it discontent; because it has not greater mercies, yet gathers support from the freeness of God's grace How darest thou my soul, thus to ... If constant they abide 84 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 118 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 185-186 18 The soul expostulating with God, upon particular occasions, and sad apprehensions Wilt thou lay the foundation ... By influencial, rays divine 32 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 119 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 186-187 19 The soul expostulating with itself for its restless, impatient desires to be gone, revived by Mrs Sl- death. July 6 1672 What dost thou ail, my soul, what dost thou ail ... Shall in the arms, of my redeemer lie 56 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 120 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 187-188 20 The soul gathering some relief from experience, though clouded, and far from what it would have I see thou'lt not cast me off quite ... Continually, in me 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 121 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 188-190 21 Free grace the soul's encouragement to seek after great things, July 9 1672 What is the reason thou shouldst not ... World's joy, and bliss 102 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 122 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 190-192 22 Folly of plodding, and carking for the world It seemeth, sometimes strange to me ... Oh when shall I, there make my nest 66 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 123 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 192-193 23 The worst of Christ better than the world's best excellencies Christ's refuse is, better by far ... Of which I can't be fond 44 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 124 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 193-194 24 The best trade. July 10 1672 Wouldst thou my soul, be very rich ... With him I long to see 66 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 125 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 194-196 25 Our mistakes for want of skill in the methods of the spirit in the actings of grace from whence proceeds trouble We fill ourselves with fear ... And see my saviour dear 64 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 126 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 196-197 26 The soul courting death When shall I bid thee welcome, death ... Till thou life's knot untie 48 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 127 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 197-198 27 Folly We fools, to broken cisterns go ... Upon the top, of Zion hill 42 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 128 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 198-199 28 The soul longing to be at home, can find no relief from the creature, but makes its moan to the God of pity. July 18 1672 How long shall thoughts perplex, and throng ... Of rugged time 60 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 129 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 199-200 29 The soul under fears of declining I fear sometimes, I do decline ... Thou'st brought me safe, on high 40 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 130 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 200-201 30 Infinite power, and wisdom in bringing so much good to the soul, out of the greatest of evils. sin. Sometimes I can't but wonder why ... Say thou amen. I'm happy then 74 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 131 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 201-202 31 The soul's comfort only from free grace 'Tis well for me ... At that we cannot comprehend 42 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 132 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 202-203 32 The soul eyeing the beauty of much grace, and deep humility, breathes after such a frame Add still to grace, in this my race ... When I, to heaven get 52 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 133 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 203-205 33 The soul's. all, in another world July 22 1672 My country's in another world ... Until with thee, I dwell 68 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 134 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 205 34 Upon parting with a dear friend brother Gilbert, July 26 1672 What are the comforts of this life ... Still dwelling in omnipotence 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 135 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 206 35 The soul under the distempers of its body relieves itself, by eyeing its future glory, and freedom How doth this mouldering tent of clay ... Each dust, shall be calcined 28 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 136 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 206-207 36 Love, September 1 1672 There is one thing, which I would crave ... And to its center fly 30 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 137 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 207 37 September 3 1672 Thou seest it fit, to keep me low ... Till I thy face, in glory view 32 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 138 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 207-208 38 I can't but passionately long ... O'er me whilst here I dwell 12 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 139 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 208 39 The soul under fears of hypocrisy, sees it need of examination, both from scripture, from the deceitfullness of the heart, and from the fair shows of many that have been deceived. September 4 1672 What need hast thou with speed ... And by the law, of grace stands good 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 140 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 209 40 September 4 The soul's charge drawn up against intruders and complaint to the right owner and Lord of the house Cast out intruders, Lord ... And heavenly disdain 44 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 141 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 210 41 The soul desiring faster growth and speedy ripeness That this agrees unto thy will ... A quick maturity 20 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 142 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 210-211 42 The soul looking at, and longing for an eternal sabbath. September 8 1672 When shall that blessed, sabbath morning dawn ... From the enjoyment of him, whom I love 46 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 143 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 211-212 43 Meditations on the glory of that day, when all the saints, that ever were are, or shall be shall meet together September 10 Oh for that glorious day, we look to see ... Shall not without us, fully perfect be 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 144 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 212 44 Enlarged desires after the full enjoyment of God in glory My God, my rock. and my fortress ... Whilst I bathe in love's streams 32 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 145 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 213 45 The soul clouded. September 12 1672 Why turnest thou thy face away ... On me, to all, eternity 26 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 146 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 213 46 The soul by faith, triumphing over Satan, and rejoicing in hopes of future freedom. through Christ alone. Oh what a real comfort 'tis ... When Christ shall set thee free, from thrall 18 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 147 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 214 47 Another to the same purpose The prince of this world is cast out ... Unto a blessed eternity 24 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 148 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 214-216 48 The blessedness of a true Christian September 26 Oh what a blessed thing it 'tis to be ... By which we do climb up unto the throne 82 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 149 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 216-217 49 Satan's malice, and the saint's victory The lively Christian, doth alarm hell ... To him that doth their heads, with victory crown 38 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 150 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 217-218 50 Concerning the preciousness of time Oh time, oh time, that precious thing ... Where I, thy face, shall see 70 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 151 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 218-219 51 The sweet benefits, that flow from union with Christ. September 22 1672 From union, with our dearest head, and king ... Unto, the ages, of eternity 42 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 152 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 219-220 52 September 25 1672 Why sitst thou musing thus ... To this vain word, and him pursue 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 153 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 220-221 53 The soul's complaint September 27 1672 Thou'lt scarcely let me look ... Shall drink, eternally 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 154 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 221 54 Dedication My heart dear Lord, it is thine own ... On it always 18 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 155 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 221-222 55 February 11 1672/3 Oh blessed day, when I shall still ... Or take me up, with thee to live 24 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 156 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 222-224 56 Mr H My soul doth pine, and long, to be ... But haste, to an eternal day [The title is followed by 16 shorthand symbols.] 116 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 157 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 225 57 The soul's strength only in God Lord I have none, but thee on earth ... And in thine arms, my soul enfold 16 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 158 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 225-226 58 The soul complaint, being greatly perplexed. May 6:1673 What cloudiness, hath me possessed ... What thou hast done, do not disown 44 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 159 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 226-227 59 May 7 1673 Faith's triumph, over temptation Whilst by temptation, I am tried ... No dart of his can thither fly 38 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 160 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 227-228 60 May 12 1673 My soul, art heaven-born then be sublime ... With that which is reserved, in heaven for thee 42 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 161 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 229 61 Wonders and misteries of divine love Oh strange, oh wonderful ... On Zion's sacred hill 30 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 162 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 229-231 62 Experience. May 23 1673 What mystery ... And fit me, for, eternity 54 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 163 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 231-232 63 May 28 1673 The soul wondering it can get no more. seeing there is such a fullness in God and grace is free What is the reason, I can get no more ... And cast out sin 40 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 164 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 232-233 64 The soul's, longings to be gone. with the reasons of it. Oh when shall I ... As pris'ners that look through the grate 48 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 165 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 233-234 65 May 30 1673 The soul in overwhelming perplexity 'Twas sweet with me, when I ... By influential rays, divine 42 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 166 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 234-235 66 No rest below perfection, June 3 1673 I could complain ... Till, I get my fill, of heaven's cheer 25 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 167 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 235 67 The soul's desire, June 6 1673 A burning beacon, of pure love ... In seas, of pure, unmixed, love 16 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 168 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 235-236 68 An occasional addition June 16 1673 Oh let my flames, of love burn pure ... And ripen, to a perfect growth [The title is followed by seven shorthand symbols.] 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 169 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 236-237 69 Grace better than peace June 22 1673 Oh what is peace, compared with grace ... To store it up, in bank 28 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 170 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 237-238 70 June 23 1673 Satan's spite Oh why am I ... Of grace, and love so free 47 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 171 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 238-239 71 Particular meditations. June 24 1673 Why ask you me, what 'tis that I would have ... With haste to a sinless immortality 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 172 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 239-240 72 Let your light so shine, before men that they may see, your good works and glorify your father which is in heaven. June 24 1673 I know when I ... And to eternity 30 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 173 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 240-241 73 The devil's picture, June 25 Why lookst thou, with a grudging eye ... It doth, so fright 32 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 174 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 241-242 74 June 25 1673 For what thou givst, I'll thankful be ... For those, that long for more. 40 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 175 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 242-243 75 June 26 1673 To man, at first. thou didst dispense ... And make me, savingly, believe 44 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 176 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 244 76 June 26 1673 Two foes This world, and I, can ne'er agree ... If up my heart, to thee thou'lt wind 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 177 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 245 77 Death no respecter of persons Death, he doth make. no difference ... A friend, most greatly in request 26 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 178 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 245-246 78 A cheerful countenance, the duty of God's, people, June 28 1673 Why walkst thou droopingly ... And on him fix their love 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 179 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 246-247 79 June 29:1673 - worlds deceitfulness Oh pitiful empty world, and vain ... From which, I'd be free [The dash in the title curves upwards at the edges and is possibly a shorthand symbol meaning ""the"".] 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 180 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 247-248 80 July 1 1673 Oh why wilt thou, leave sin in thine ... And wilt remember it, no more 18 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 181 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 248-249 81 God's promise put the soul into a firmer better state, than anything of merit could do, July 2 Though by desert, we nothing claim ... Shall then, be wrung into our cup. 40 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 182 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 249-250 82 An addition of wonder But why shouldst thou such grace bestow ... To the ages of eternity 34 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 183 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 250-251 83 Infinite love, and grace. July 2 1673 If thou from hell, hadst only set ... With the unsinning choir 40 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 184 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 251-252 84 Severity in love, better than prosperity in anger July 3 1673 How often dost thou strike our fingers off ... In my swift motion, to eternity 34 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 185 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 252-253 85 Oh bring my will so, fully o'er to thine ... To that sweet art, of contentation 20 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 186 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 253 86 July 4 1673 A stranger: in a sorry inn ... Engulphed and swallowed, up in thee 30 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 187 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 253-254 87 What thou, through riches of free grace ... O'er him, and ev'ry enemy 30 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 188 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 254-255 88 Romans 8:28 v July 4 All things, together, work for good ... Each foe shall fall down flat [Poem 88 is mislabelled 89 by Palmer. She skipped 88 in her numbering but she has two poems numbered 96, so there are still 100 poems in the ""Second Century"" of poems.] 54 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 189 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 255-257 89 God's fullness, common bounty, and special love, the soul's choice, July 5 1673 When we our minds, and thoughts, do set ... And live, with thee, eternally [Poem 89 is mislabelled 90 by Palmer.] 50 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 190 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 257 90 July 6 1673 Loath to part When we do get, so near to thee ... Filled with thee [Poem 90 is mislabelled 91 by Palmer.] 41 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 191 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 258 91 Experience of Satan's malice July 7 The devil will withstand ... Doth lead, me captive, at his will [Poem 91 is mislabelled 92 by Palmer.] 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 192 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 258-259 92 1 John 3:2 July 8 We cannot tell whilst here ... To sights, immediate [Poem 92 is mislabelled 93 by Palmer.] 20 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 193 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 259 93 July 9 What is it, that thou dost require ... I may, find none, for them, to spare [Poem 93 is mislabelled 94 by Palmer.] 30 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 194 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 260 94 The day of judgment July 9 Oh how doth it amaze, to think of thy ... To live with him, to all eternity [Poem 94 is mislabelled 95 by Palmer.] 28 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 195 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 260-261 95 Covetousness. 10 July 1673 Oh what is this, that steals our hearts away ... Of a short race [Poem 95 is mislabelled 96 by Palmer. She has labelled two poems 96.] 32 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 196 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 261-262 96 July 11 1673 The nations, of the world do reel ... For that, sung out, by thine, to thee [The title is followed by six shorthand symbols.] [This is the second poem that Palmer has labelled 96.] 46 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 197 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 262-263 97 An expostulation of the soul with itself. July 11 What unbelief is this ... Shall be thy sweet security 36 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 198 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 263-264 98 The soul having examined the world, summed her up, and found, her, empty, vain, and deceitful, take its solemn farewell beforehand. July 12 Oh world, what is in thee, to be desired ... Once more vain world, I bid thee now farewell 38 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 199 (Verse, Devotional writing), p. 264 99 Something - soul would know the meaning of but can't yet resolve, through grace, to go on July 21 1673 What is the reason (Lord) that I ... And if not here, on Sion hill [The dash in the title curves upwards at the edges and is possibly a shorthand symbol meaning ""the"".] 30 linesWilliam Andrews Clark Memorial Library: MS P1745 M1 P744 1671-3 Bound Two "Centuries" of Devotional Verse, 1671-1673 (1671-1673) Julia Palmer (author, scribe) Item 200 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp. 264-267 100 The soul's fixed desire I would frequently, from thee hear ... As, a pledge, we shant be long apart Come, Lord Jesus, come quickly 31 lines[pp. 266-267 are blank.] Beinecke Library: Osborn MS b.202 Hymns and Poems transcribed by Mary Webber, 1694 (After 1694) (Compiler) Mary Webber Item 4.1 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp.91-93 (Author)Unattributed Some experimental passages of her life with reflections upon Jacob's words "few and evil have the days of the years of my life been" [a few words have been cut off from the top left corner of the page, possibly the name of a woman given the referent "her" in the title] Tis strange that he unborn ere he saw light ... God grant me an honest life an[d] happy death 62 lines.Beinecke Library: Osborn MS b.202 Hymns and Poems transcribed by Mary Webber, 1694 (After 1694) (Compiler) Mary Webber Item 4.2 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp.93-94 (Author)Unattributed Of Love O thou blest native of celestial joy ... To expel the fury of resistless love 46 lines.Beinecke Library: Osborn MS b.202 Hymns and Poems transcribed by Mary Webber, 1694 (After 1694) (Compiler) Mary Webber Item 4.3 (Verse, Devotional writing), pp.95-96 (Author)Unattributed The joy in sweet harmony of praise that never shall have an end Like to a light fast lock in lanthorne [lantern] dark ... I may enjoy my hopes, the best at last 39 lines.Beinecke Library: Osborn MS b.202 Hymns and Poems transcribed by Mary Webber, 1694 (After 1694) (Compiler) Mary Webber Item 4.5 (Verse, Devotional writing), p.97 (Author)George Herbert A poem of Mr. George Herbert's / in his Temple. On the picture of Jesus Jesus, Jesus. ... Confirmed with joy by heaven's eternal king [Herbert's poem "Jesu" is embedded within this longer poem. The first line and the last six do not belong to Herbert, and may be original material added by the transcriber. See MS item 5.8, which takes a similar approach to the Lord's Prayer] 17 lines.Beinecke Library: Osborn MS b.202 Hymns and Poems transcribed by Mary Webber, 1694 (After 1694) (Compiler) Mary Webber Item 5.5 (Verse, Devotional writing), p.101 (Author)Unattributed Jude, the 12 Keep yourselves in the love of God [this is the same hand that has written the poems of MS item 4] To love the lovely who can choose ... In love to Thee that ne'er shall cease, [the poem ends with a comma, as though it were unfinished, but there is no continuation of the poem in this MS] 30 lines.Beinecke Library: Osborn MS b.202 Hymns and Poems transcribed by Mary Webber, 1694 (After 1694) (Compiler) Mary Webber Item 5.8 (Verse, Biblical writing, Devotional writing), p.103 (Author)Unattributed A poem in couplets, each concluding with a phrase from the Lord's Prayer How great a comfort or assurance ri[crossed out] rather ... With hearts as well as voices sing |