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THE DAMASCUS ROAD, by                    
First Line: How far on the road to damascus
Last Line: You have traveled this glorious day.
Subject(s): Roads; Travel; Paths; Trails; Journeys; Trips


How far on the road to Damascus
How far have you traveled today?
The road to Damascus is barren
With stubble and stones on the way.

Have you journeyed as far as the cross-road
Where One long ago saw the light,
Have you knelt in the dust 'midst the glory
Which shone through the darkness of night?

Have you learned of that self-abnegation
Where pleasure and pride fade away,
Where love throws its beams like a candle
Afar, on the rugged highway?

Have you taken His hand for your guidance
Where nothing can fright or dismay?
Then far on the road to Damascus
You have traveled this glorious day.





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