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Lang, John Dunmore: The Glad Sound - ZaunköniG - 07.05.2012 John Dunmore Lang 1799 - 1878 Großbritannien / Australien The Glad Sound WHEN some sweet melody or mountain-lay, Dear to his youth ere he had learned to roam, Strikes on the Switzer's ear when far away In foreign climes from his beloved home, Sorrow and joy commingled fill his heart With strong emotion, and the frequent tear Drops from his eye. Thenceforth no art Can lure him from his home and children dear. So when the blessed Gospel's still small voice, Proclaiming peace and pardon to his soul, Strikes on the sinner's ear, celestial joys Possess his breast, while tears of sorrow roll Adown his cheek. Thenceforth he seeks the road That leads to happiness, to heaven, to God! |