Work, for the Night Is Coming

1Work, for the night is coming, work through the morning hours; Work while the dew is sparkling, work 'mid springing flowers; Work while the day grows brighter, under the glowing sun; Work, for the night is coming, when man's work is done.

2Work, for the night is coming, work through the sunny noon; Fill brightest hours with labor, rest comes sure and soon. Give every flying minute something to keep in store; Work, for the night is coming, when man works no more.

3Work, for the night is coming, under the sunset skies; While their bright tints are glowing, work, for daylight flies. Work till the last beam fadeth, fadeth to shine no more; Work, for the Lord is coming, when man's work is o'er.