Lead, Kindly Light

“The Pillar of the Cloud" by John Henry Newman Lead, kindly Light, through the encircling gloom; Lead Thou me on!

The night is dark, and I am far from home— Lead Thou me on! Keep Thou my feet: I do not ask to see

The distant scene; one step enough for me. I was not ever thus, nor prayed that Thou Shouldst lead me on.

I loved to choose and see my path; but now Lead Thou me on! I loved the garnish day, and spite of fears,

Pride ruled my will; remember not past years. So long Thy power hath blessed me, sure it still Shall lead me on,

Or moor and fen, or crag and torrent, till The night is gone, And in the morn those angel faces smile

Whom I have loved long since, and lost awhile.