Away in a Manger

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Chief Boatswain's Mate Jeremiah Troy (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 21, 1882, on board from the U.S. Training Ship New Hampshire. His citation reads:

For jumping overboard from the U.S. Training Ship New Hampshire, at Newport, R.I., 21 April 1882, and rescuing from drowning Francis T. Price, third class boy.

Ordinary Seaman William Troy (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on June 11, 1871, on board the U.S.S. Colorado. His citation reads:

On board the U.S.S. Colorado during the capture of the Korean forts, 11 June 1871. Fighting at the side of Lt. McKee, by whom he was especially commended, Troy was badly wounded by the enemy.

Private Edwin M. Truell (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on July 21, 1864, near Atlanta, Georgia. His citation reads:

Although severely wounded in a charge, he remained with the regiment until again severely wounded, losing his leg.


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The I’m just sayin… Hymn of the Week

Away in a Manger


This Christmas carol was first published in the late nineteenth century… You can read more about it here.


Away in a manger,
No crib for His bed
The little Lord Jesus
Laid down His sweet head

The stars in the bright sky
Looked down where He lay
The little Lord Jesus
Asleep on the hay

The cattle are lowing
The poor Baby wakes
But little Lord Jesus
No crying He makes

I love Thee, Lord Jesus
Look down from the sky
And stay by my side,
'Til morning is nigh.

Be near me, Lord Jesus,
I ask Thee to stay
Close by me forever
And love me I pray

Bless all the dear children
In Thy tender care
And take us to heaven
To live with Thee there

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALLISON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Chief Boatswain's Mate Othniel Tripp (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on January 15, 1865, on board the U.S.S. Seneca. His citation reads:

On board the U.S.S. Seneca in the assault on Fort Fisher, 15 January 1865. Despite severe enemy fire which halted an attempt by his assaulting party to enter the stockade, Tripp boldly charged through the gap in the stockade although the center of the line, being totally unprotected, fell back along the open beach and left too few in the ranks to attempt an offensive operation.

Private Howell G. Trogden (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 22, 1863, at Vicksburg, Mississippi. His citation reads:

Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party." He carried his regiment's flag and tried to borrow a gun to defend it.

Second Class Fireman James M. Trout (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 20, 1877, on board the U.S.S. Frolic. His citation reads:

Serving on board the U.S.S. Frolic, Trout displayed gallant conduct in endeavoring to save the life of one of the crew of that vessel who had fallen overboard at Montevideo, 20 April 1877.


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HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my oldest niece Allison (daughter of Sonny)!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I hope she has a GREAT day! I had a chance to watch her cheer at a high school playoff football game last Friday night when the Dorman Doormats Cavaliers came to the Lowcountry to beat up on the West Ashley Wildcats. It was a great game and a lot of fun to watch.

I also had a chance to go watch my youngest niece Meredith (Teresa Lynn's youngest) play soccer this past Saturday. It was great being out there with Sonny and Teresa Lynn watching soccer. This is the second soccer game… err… match I’ve seen in a row where Meredith scored a goal.

Speaking (kinda) of Teresa Lynn... She came to our church a couple of weeks ago to see my kids sing.  As she is talking to my friends, she doesn't introduce herself as my sister... she introduces herself as The Wife's sister-in-law (though she used The Wife's "real" name).  I was sitting right by her!  That's the level of respect I get from my family.  Sonny would have never done that (though, to be fair, he wouldn't have said anything... they would just know anyone that quiet would HAVE to be Sonny).

Speaking of Sonny... at my house we don't play The Quiet Game... we play The Uncle Sonny Game.  So far, none of my kids are that good at it.

Anyway, here are some pictures from the weekend…

Daniel with a picture next to The Rock (not that one... or that one either).  This is The Rock at West Ashley High School (to honor one of the schools, St. Andrews Rocks, that made the school).

 

Allison cheering at the game... Yay Allison!!!!  And yes, I also thought those must be the middle school uniforms (since the skirts are so short), but it seems that is what passes for "appropriate" these days.  If Mary Ruth or Susie ever cheer (if even for one game) they will wear the ankle length skirts.

Good "resting" form

Me and my crazy little football fan

Daniel and Nana

More cheering (this time during halftime).  This is the closest I got to having Allison look at us.  I tried waving to her and yelling her name, but I guess she didn't see me...

Meredith at her soccer game

Me, Sonny, Susie and Daniel at the soccer game

Meredith ready to score a goal

Meredith after the game with her fans

Me, Meredith, Sonny and Susie's hand

My soccer fans on the way home after a day at Nana and Da's house

Calypso and Colt... living it up on Mr. Daddy's sofa (they call me Mr. Daddy)

This is how Scooby looked when I woke up on Monday morning

Me and Allison... We have both grown since then (her up and me out)

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Private John Tribe (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on August 25, 1862, at Waterloo Bridge, Virginia. His citation reads:

Voluntarily assisted in the burning and destruction of the bridge under heavy fire of the enemy.

Fireman Second Class Telesforo Trinidad (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on January 21, 1915, on board the U.S.S. San Diego. His citation reads:

For extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession at the time of the boiler explosion on board the U.S.S. San Diego, 21 January 1915. Trinidad was driven out of fireroom No. 2 by the explosion, but at once returned and picked up R.E. Daly, fireman, second class, whom he saw to be injured, and proceeded to bring him out. While coming into No. 4 fireroom, Trinidad was just in time to catch the explosion in No. 3 fireroom, but without consideration for his own safety, passed Daly on and then assisted in rescuing another injured man from No. 3 fireroom. Trinidad was himself burned about the face by the blast from the explosion in No. 3 fireroom.

Ordinary Seaman Samuel Triplett (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on July 26-27, 1898, on board the U.S.S. Marblehead. His citation reads:

On board the U.S.S. Marblehead at the approaches to Caimanera, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, 26 and 27 July 1898. Displaying heroism, Triplett took part in the perilous work of sweeping for and disabling 27 contact mines during this period.


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I would like to wish all of you a very HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We hope you have a GREAT day with friends and/or family…


I’ve been a little busy, so I haven’t had a chance yet to congratulate THE Citadel Bulldogs for their victory over the South Carolina Revolutionary War Heroes! Friends, weeks ago when the Ol’ Ball Coach decided to resign as the Head Ball Coach at USC I sent an email to my favorite Citadel grad (my Labor Day Uncle DG) and said, “I think we all know Spurrier retired because he knew he wasn't going to be able to beat The Citadel this year...”. I admit at the time he had yet to make clear he was “resigning”, not “retiring”… but either way, I knew that he wanted no part of that Citadel game. As you know, I have some very good friends who are loyal fans of the Revolutionary War Heroes, so I’m not being mean when I say this. The Citadel should have won by more than 1. This wasn’t a shock. The Citadel didn’t “stun” anyone. The only way this would have been a shock is if you hadn’t been following these teams. The Citadel is having a great season and… well… Spurrier didn’t quit because he thought USC was going to win out.

Carolina will get better, but it might take some time. I don’t think this interim coach is the one to do it. He’s the wrong Elliott. Unfortunately, the right Elliott is currently coaching in Clemson and I don’t think he would want the job (right now, at least). If it were me, I’d go after Texas head coach Charlie Strong. I’ve been a fan of his since his time as DC at Carolina. Usually, I wouldn’t think anyone could get a coach to leave Texas, but this could be the year it could happen. The other guy I’d go after would be Urban Meyer. Things, for the most part, went well with the last former Florida coach… maybe it could happen again. Plus, it would be nice for once to have someone move down here from Ohio and actually benefit the state. Again, this could be the year you might actually be able to get a football coach to leave Ohio State. I’m sure the Revolutionary War Heroes won’t go after any of them… but I would.

It Came Upon a Midnight Clear

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Sergeant Howell B. Treat (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 11, 1864, at Buzzard's Roost, Georgia. His citation reads:

Risked his life in saving a wounded comrade.

Major/aide-de-camp (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 15, 1864, at Resaca, Georgia. His citation reads:

Voluntarily rode between the lines while 2 brigades of Union troops were firing into each other and stopped the firing.

Private William B. Trembley (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 27, 1899, at Calumpit, Luzon, Philippine Islands. His citation reads:

Swam the Rio Grande de Pampanga in face of the enemy's fire and fastened a rope to the occupied trenches, thereby enabling the crossing of the river and the driving of the enemy from his fortified position.


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The I’m just sayin… Hymn of the Week

It Came Upon a Midnight Clear


This Christmas carol was written by Edmund Sears (pastor of the Unitarian Church in Wayland, Massachusetts) in 1849. To read more about it, go here.


It came upon the midnight clear,
that glorious song of old,
from angels bending near the earth
to touch their harps of gold:
"Peace on the earth, good will to men,
from heaven's all-gracious King."
The world in solemn stillness lay,
to hear the angels sing.

Still through the cloven skies they come
with peaceful wings unfurled,
and still their heavenly music floats
o'er all the weary world;
above its sad and lowly plains,
they bend on hovering wing,
and ever o'er its Babel sounds
the blessed angels sing.

And ye, beneath life's crushing load,
whose forms are bending low,
who toil along the climbing way
with painful steps and slow,
look now! for glad and golden hours
come swiftly on the wing.
O rest beside the weary road,
and hear the angels sing!

For lo! the days are hastening on,
by prophet seen of old,
when with the ever-circling years
shall come the time foretold
when peace shall over all the earth
its ancient splendors fling,
and the whole world send back the song
which now the angels sing.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MICHAEL!!!!!!!!!

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

First Sergeant Jacob Trautman (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on December 29, 1890, at Wounded Knee Creek, South Dakota. His citation reads:

Killed a hostile Indian at close quarters, and, although entitled to retirement from service, remained to the close of the campaign.

Corporal Andrew Traynor (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on March 16, 1864, at Mason's Hill, Virginia. His citation reads:

Having been surprised and captured by a detachment of guerrillas, this soldier, with other prisoners, seized the arms of the guard over them, killed 2 of the guerrillas, and enabled all the prisoners to escape.

Captain Jack L. Treadwell (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on March 18, 1945, near Nieder-Wurzbach, Germany. His citation reads:

Capt. Treadwell (then 1st Lt.), commanding officer of Company F, near Nieder-Wurzbach, Germany, in the Siegfried line, single-handedly captured 6 pillboxes and 18 prisoners. Murderous enemy automatic and rifle fire with intermittent artillery bombardments had pinned down his company for hours at the base of a hill defended by concrete fortifications and interlocking trenches. Eight men sent to attack a single point had all become casualties on the hare slope when Capt. Treadwell, armed with a submachinegun and handgrenades, went forward alone to clear the way for his stalled company. Over the terrain devoid of cover and swept by bullets, he fearlessly advanced, firing at the aperture of the nearest pillbox and, when within range, hurling grenades at it. He reached the pillbox, thrust the muzzle of his gun through the port, and drove 4 Germans out with their hands in the air. A fifth was found dead inside. Waving these prisoners back to the American line, he continued under terrible, concentrated fire to the next pillbox and took it in the same manner. In this fort he captured the commander of the hill defenses, whom he sent to the rear with the other prisoners. Never slackening his attack, he then ran across the crest of the hill to a third pillbox, traversing this distance in full view of hostile machine gunners and snipers. He was again successful in taking the enemy position. The Germans quickly fell prey to his further rushes on 3 more pillboxes in the confusion and havoc caused by his whirlwind assaults and capture of their commander. Inspired by the electrifying performance of their leader, the men of Company F stormed after him and overwhelmed resistance on the entire hill, driving a wedge into the Siegfried line and making it possible for their battalion to take its objective. By his courageous willingness to face nearly impossible odds and by his overwhelming one-man offensive, Capt. Treadwell reduced a heavily fortified, seemingly impregnable enemy sector.


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I would like to wish my good friend (and father of 3 young boys) Michael a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I trust my buddy Adrian and the boys will make this a great one.

Good luck to my CSU Bucs as they try to get out of the state of Alabama today after shocking most of the world (not me, because I’m predicting it) and beating the AL-A-BAMA football team. As I have told Dad, CSU will win which will cause Alabama to fall to #4 in the poll and move CSU up to #2 in the poll (even though they are in a different division). That usually seems to be what happens when a team beats Alabama.

Good luck to all of you who are getting ready for Thanksgiving. Take some time to remember people don’t really care how messy your house is or isn’t… they just want to see you (or they don’t want to see you… either way, they don’t care as much about the mess in your house as you do).

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Sergeant Charles H. Tracy (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 12, 1864, at Spotsylvania, Virginia AND on April 2, 1865, at Petersburg, Virginia. His citation reads:

At the risk of his own life, at Spotsylvania, 12 May 1864, assisted in carrying to a place of safety a wounded and helpless officer. On 2 April 1865, advanced with the pioneers, and, under heavy fire, assisted in removing 2 lines of chevaux_de_frise; was twice wounded but advanced to the third line, where he was again severely wounded, losing a leg.

Private John Tracy (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on October 20, 1869, at Chiricahua Mountains, Arizona. His citation reads:

Bravery in action with Indians.

Second Lieutenant William G. Tracy (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 2, 1863, at Chancellorsville, Virginia. His citation reads:

Having been sent outside the lines to obtain certain information of great importance and having succeeded in his mission, was surprised upon his return by a large force of the enemy, regaining the Union lines only after greatly imperiling his life.


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The I’m just sayin… Hymn of the Week

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing


That’s right, it’s not even Thanksgiving yet and I’m already starting on the Christmas songs… get over it. I only have so many Sunday’s to work with and a bunch of songs to pick from. Anyway, this Christmas carol was written by Charles Wesley and appeared first in 1739 in Hymns and Sacred Poems. The music for the song has changed over time… you can read more about that here.


Hark! the herald angels sing,
"Glory to the new born King,
peace on earth, and mercy mild,
God and sinners reconciled!"
Joyful, all ye nations rise,
join the triumph of the skies;
with th' angelic host proclaim,
"Christ is born in Bethlehem!"
Hark! the herald angels sing,
"Glory to the new born King!"

Christ, by highest heaven adored;
Christ, the everlasting Lord;
late in time behold him come,
offspring of a virgin's womb.
Veiled in flesh the Godhead see;
hail th' incarnate Deity,
pleased with us in flesh to dwell,
Jesus, our Emmanuel.
Hark! the herald angels sing,
"Glory to the new born King!"

Hail the heaven-born Prince of Peace!
Hail the Sun of Righteousness!
Light and life to all he brings,
risen with healing in his wings.
Mild he lays his glory by,
born that we no more may die,
born to raise us from the earth,
born to give us second birth.
Hark! the herald angels sing,
"Glory to the new born King!"

From the news…

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Sergeant Andrew J. Tozier (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on July 2, 1863, at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. His citation reads:

At the crisis of the engagement this soldier, a color bearer, stood alone in an advanced position, the regiment having been borne back, and defended his colors with musket and ammunition picked up at his feet.

Lieutenant Colonel Amasa A. Tracy (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on October 19, 1864, at Cedar Creek, Virginia. His citation reads:

Took command of and led the brigade in the assault on the enemy's works.

Colonel Benjamin F. Tracy (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 6, 1864, at Wilderness, Virginia. His citation reads:

Seized the colors and led the regiment when other regiments had retired and then reformed his line and held it.


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Here are a couple of things from the news this past week that caught my eye…


I’m sure you have heard what has been going on in Missouri… Jason Whitlock had some interesting thoughts on it. You can read them here.


I try to be as nice as possible and see all sides of an issue, but sometimes it is hard. So, in an effort to be as nice as possible I will say it is nice to see that at least one person in this video is smart (hint: it’s not either of the “adults” seen in the video).

Here is a report on what happened:

Look… I don’t want harm to come to any of these people, but if I was there boss they wouldn’t have to worry about coming into work anymore. For the most part, college students get a pass. I don’t hold them to the same standards I do the adults shown in the video. They should know better…


Up in Yale, it seems there are racial problems… which is rather shocking to me because I thought Yale is in the north and “those” kinds of problems only happen in the South (so I’ve been told). Anywho, you can read more about it here. There’s also a video on there… it’s not exactly polite language being used, so be warned.


I won’t say too much about these events because I’m trying to be nice… and because I accept the fact that I might not know all there is to know about the situations. I will say it is sad some of these people get to vote and their vote counts the same as Jeremy’s (I trust him waaaaaaaay more than I do these people). I will also say it seems their families and, perhaps, society in general have failed some of them. Listen, I get that parenting is hard. I was an expert on the subject until 12/28/2005… at which point I figured out I don’t have a freaking clue what I’m doing. I’m not kidding as much as you might think I am when I tell you there were times I looked to Lucy (our dog) for help when The Wife left me home alone with Mary Ruth. And, looking back, that was the right thing for me to do (I still believe she knew more than me). So I get that it’s hard. And I’m not saying I do the right thing all of the time (or even some of the time)… but if I ever see one of my kids acting like some of the kids on the videos I just shared, I will know I failed. Big time.

Come Christians, Join to Sing

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Private John R. Towle (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on September 21, 1944, near Oosterhout, Holland. His citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty on 21 September 1944, near Oosterhout, Holland. The rifle company in which Pvt. Towle served as rocket launcher gunner was occupying a defensive position in the west sector of the recently established Nijmegen bridgehead when a strong enemy force of approximately 100 infantry supported by 2 tanks and a half-track formed for a counterattack. With full knowledge of the disastrous consequences resulting not only to his company but to the entire bridgehead by an enemy breakthrough, Pvt. Towle immediately and without orders left his foxhole and moved 200 yards in the face of Intense small-arms fire to a position on an exposed dike roadbed. From this precarious position Pvt. Towle fired his rocket launcher at and hit both tanks to his immediate front. Armored skirting on both tanks prevented penetration by the projectiles, but both vehicles withdrew slightly damaged. Still under intense fire and fully exposed to the enemy, Pvt. Towle then engaged a nearby house which 9 Germans had entered and were using as a strongpoint and with 1 round killed all 9. Hurriedly replenishing his supply of ammunition, Pvt. Towle, motivated only by his high conception of duty which called for the destruction of the enemy at any cost, then rushed approximately 125 yards through grazing enemy fire to an exposed position from which he could engage the enemy half-track with his rocket launcher. While in a kneeling position preparatory to firing on the enemy vehicle, Pvt. Towle was mortally wounded by a mortar shell. By his heroic tenacity, at the price of his life, Pvt. Towle saved the lives of many of his comrades and was directly instrumental in breaking up the enemy counterattack.

Lieutenant Julius Curtis Townsend (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 22, 1914, at Vera Cruz. His citation reads:

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914. Lt. Townsend was eminent and conspicuous in command of his battalion. He exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through the action of the 22d and in the final occupation of the city.

First Sergeant Frederick E. Toy (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on December 29, 1890, at Wounded Knee Creek, South Dakota. His citation reads:

Bravery.


The I’m just sayin… Hymn of the Week

Come Christians, Join to Sing


This hymn was written by Christian Henry Bateman and was first published in 1843. I found a blog post that talks about the song, so if you want to learn more about it click here.


Come, Christians, join to sing
Alleluia! Amen!
Loud praise to Christ our King;
Alleluia! Amen!
Let all, with heart and voice,
Before His throne rejoice;
Praise is His gracious choice.
Alleluia! Amen!

Come, lift your hearts on high,
Alleluia! Amen!
Let praises fill the sky;
Alleluia! Amen!
He is our Guide and Friend;
To us He’ll condescend;
His love shall never end.
Alleluia! Amen!

Praise yet our Christ again,
Alleluia! Amen!
Life shall not end the strain;
Alleluia! Amen!
On heaven’s blissful shore,
His goodness we’ll adore,
Singing forevermore,
“Alleluia! Amen!”

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LEIGH-ANN!

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Sergeant William Toomer (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 22, 1863, at Vicksburg, Mississippi. His citation reads:

Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."

Gunner’s Mate Third Class Martin T. Torgerson (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions from June 13, 20-22, 1900, in China. His citation reads:

In action with the relief expedition of the Allied Forces in China, 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900. During this period and in the presence of the enemy, Torgerson distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.

Sergeant Ernst Torgler (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on July 28, 1864, at Ezra Chapel, Georgia. His citation reads:

At great hazard of his life he saved his commanding officer, then badly wounded, from capture.


Today, I would like to wish my friend Leigh-Ann (wife of my friend KC) a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We hope she has a GREAT day!!!!!!!!!!


I know this has been out for a few weeks, but in case you missed it…

Christ The Lord is Risen Today

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Sergeant Aaron B. Tompkins (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 5, 1865, at Sailors Creek, Virginia. His citation reads:

Charged into the enemy's ranks and captured a battle flag, having a horse shot under him and his cheeks and shoulders cut with a saber.

First Lieutenant Charles H. Tompkins (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on June 1, 1861, at Fairfax, Virginia. His citation reads:

Twice charged through the enemy's lines and, taking a carbine from an enlisted man, shot the enemy's captain.

Sergeant Thomas Toohey (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on November 30, 1864, at Franklin, Tennessee. His citation reads:

Gallantry in action; voluntarily assisting in working guns of battery near right of the regiment after nearly every man had left them, the fire of the enemy being hotter at this than at any other point on the line.


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The I’m just sayin… Hymn of the Week

Christ The Lord is Risen Today


Written by Charles Wesley, this hymn first appeared under the title “Hymn for Easter Day” in Hymns and Sacred Songs by Charles and John Wesley in 1739. You can ready more about it here.


Christ the Lord is ris’n today, Alleluia!
Sons of men and angels say, Alleluia!
Raise your joys and triumphs high, Alleluia!
Sing, ye heav’ns, and earth, reply, Alleluia!

Lives again our glorious King, Alleluia!
Where, O death, is now thy sting? Alleluia!
Once He died our souls to save, Alleluia!
Where thy victory, O grave? Alleluia!

Love’s redeeming work is done, Alleluia!
Fought the fight, the battle won, Alleluia!
Death in vain forbids His rise, Alleluia!
Christ hath opened paradise, Alleluia!

Soar we now where Christ hath led, Alleluia!
Foll’wing our exalted Head, Alleluia!
Made like Him, like Him we rise, Alleluia!
Ours the cross, the grave, the skies, Alleluia!

Hail the Lord of earth and heaven, Alleluia!
Praise to Thee by both be given, Alleluia!
Thee we greet triumphant now, Alleluia!
Hail the Resurrection, thou, Alleluia!

King of glory, Soul of bliss, Alleluia!
Everlasting life is this, Alleluia!
Thee to know, Thy pow’r to prove, Alleluia!
Thus to sing, and thus to love, Alleluia!