Work, for the night is coming, Work through the morning hours ; Work while the dew is sparkling, Work 'mid springing flowers ; Work when the day grows brighter, Work in the glowing sun ; Work, for the night is coming, When man's work is done.
2. Work, for the night is coming, Work through the sunny noon ; Fill brightest hours with labour, Rest comes sure and soon. Give very flying minute Something to keep in store ; Work, for the night is coming, When man works no more.
3. Work, 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 while the night is darkening, When man's work is o'er.