by Sara Teasdale (1884 - 1933)
Language: English
Lo, I am happy, for my eyes have seen Joy glowing here before me, face to face; His wings were arched above me for a space, I kissed his lips, no bitter came between. The air is vibrant where his feet have been, And full of song and color is his place. His wondrous presence sheds about a grace That lifts and hallows all that once was mean. I may not sorrow for I saw the light, Tho' I shall walk in valley ways for long, I still shall hear the echo of the song,- My life is measured by its one great height. Joy holds more grace than pain can ever give, And by my glimpse of joy my soul shall live.
Composition:
- Set to music by Andrea Ramsey (b. 1977), "The Echo", copyright © 2024 [ ssa chorus, violoncello and piano ], Santa Barbara Music Publishing
Publisher: Santa Barbara Music Publishing [external link]
Text Authorship:
- by Sara Teasdale (1884 - 1933), "To Joy"
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This text was added to the website: 2026-09-01
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