The Temple
Between the erect and solemn trees I will go down upon my knees; I shall not find this day go meet a place to pray. Haply tho beauty of this’ place May work in me an answering grace, The stillness of the air Be echoed in my prayer. How strong each pillared trunk; the bark That covers them, how smooth; and hark, The sweet and gentle voice With which the leaves rejoice! May a like strength and sweetness fill Desire and thought and steadfast will, When I remember these Fair sacramental trees! —J. D. C. Pollen, in “Parentalia and Other Poems.”
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Manawatu Times, Volume LIV, Issue 7061, 8 November 1929, Page 15
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103The Temple Manawatu Times, Volume LIV, Issue 7061, 8 November 1929, Page 15
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