“Lord, let me make this rule To think of life as school, And try my best To stand each test, And do my work, And nothing shirk. Should someone else outshine This dullard head of mine, Should I be sad? I will be glad. To do my best Is Thy behest. Some day the bell will sound, Some day my heart will bound, As with a shout That school is out And lessons done, I homeward run.”
Quote by Maltbie Davenport Babcock
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Maltbie Davenport Babcock
Maltbie Davenport Babcock was an American writer renowned for his religious and inspirational poetry. Born on August 3, 1858, he was a prominent figure in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Babcock's work often reflected his deep religious beliefs and his desire to inspire others. He passed away on May 18, 1901. more
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Source: Thoughts for Every-day Living from the Spoken and Written Words of Maltbie Davenport Babcock
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