p. 235 | TRUTH by Christian Advocate

International Tract and Missionary Society · Oakland, California · Apr 15, 1889

FromSigns of the Times, Vol. 15, No. 15.

TRUTH.

By Christian Advocate

TRUTH is a jewel sought by few, Its worth cannot be told; More brilliant than the diamond's light, More precious far than gold. It brightest shines when set in love, Its radiance gleams anew, And faith reflects the glorious light, Till error shrinks from view.

Though buried long 'neath rubbish pile, Its luster grows not dim; Exumed once more 'tis blazoned forth, The same pure, sparkling gem. With constant wear it changes not, Fierce heat, or icy chill; Rude storms but brush the dust away, It shines the brighter still.

This precious gem is free to all, But few the jewel wear, Because its brilliancy obscures The tinsel fable's glare. Because its light will never blend With vanity and pride, The mass prefer false, fading charms, And cast true worth aside.

—Christian Advocate.