Cling to the Bible, though all else be taken; Lose not its precepts so precious and pure; Souls that are sleeping, its tidings awaken; Life from the dead in its promises sure

Cling to the Bible! The jewel and treasure; Bring life eternal, and saves fallen man: Surely its value no mortal can measure; Seek for its blessing O soul while you can.

Lamp for the feet that in by ways have wandered, Guide for the youth that would otherwise fall; Hope for the sinner whose life has been squandered, Staff for the aged and best seek of all.