In mercy, Lord, remember me, Through all the hours of night; And grant to me most graciously The safeguard of Thy might. With cheerful heart I close my eyes, Since Thou wilt not remove; O, in the morning let me rise, Rejoicing in Thy love. Or, if this night should prove the last, And end my transient days, O! take me to Thy promised rest, Where I may sing Thy praise.