The best of the days has come,
    The day our Creator blest,
And set an example to mark its hours
    By a sweet and holy rest.

'Tis a day to blessed thought
    And happy feelings given,
A day to study that Blessed Book
    Which shows the way to Heaven.

'Tis a day to hear of God,
    Of angels and saints above,
A day to learn how to fit our souls
    For their company of love.