The Christian's Helmet and Crest.

THE HOPE OF SALVATION.

B

The Christian's Helmet and Crest.

THE HOPE OF SALVATION.

B

THE CHRISTIAN'S HELMET AND CREST.

THE HOPE OF SALVATION.

"Rich Hope of boundless bliss!

Bliss, past man's power to paint it; time's, to close!
This Hope is earth's most estimable prize;

This is man's portion, while no more than man:
Hope, of all passions, most befriends us here;

Passions of prouder name befriend us less.
Joy has her tears, and transport has her death;
Hope, like a cordial, innocent, though strong,
Man's heart, at once inspirits and serenes;
Nor makes him pay his wisdom for his joys;
"Tis all our present state can safely bear,
Health to the frame, and vigour to the mind!
A joy attempered! a chastised delight!
Like the fair summer evening, mild and sweet!
'Tis man's full cup; his paradise below!

YOUNG.

Historical Notice.

THE HELMET is a kind of metal cap for protecting the head of the warrior. The salvation of his people is God's Helmet; the deliverance he intends, and works for them, will appear conspicuous, as if on his head, and He will have the glory of it. Eternal