22. The sun ariseth. Every evening has its
morning to make the day. Were it not that we have seen the sun rise so often we
should think it the greatest of miracles, and the most amazing of blessings. They gather themselves together, and lay them down in their dens. Thus they are
out of man’s way, and he seldom encounters them unless he desires to do so. The
forest’s warriors retire to their quarters when the morning’s drum is heard,
finding in the recesses of their dens a darkness suitable for their slumbers;
there they lay them down and digest their food, for God has allotted even to
them their portion of rest and enjoyment. There was one who in this respect was
poorer than lions and foxes, for he had not where to lay his head: all were
provided for except their incarnate Provider. Blessed Lord, thou hast stooped
beneath the conditions of the brutes to lift up worse than brutish men!
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