For all thy journeys yet departed

For all thy journeys yet departed
Of worlds and wonders yet uncharted
Through all the ages
Shall thee guide

When pathways grow narrow
And pathways grow wide
Doth bridge the great divide
And carry us

Thy way unknown
The pathway yet shown
Still faithful
Thy guide

When all such companions
May ere depart
Steadfast and near
Thy heart

When shadows surround
And darkness enshroud
Thy hand shall hold
Though night grow cold

So steady thy way
From night to day
What ere such trial
Shall carry awhile

Till at last
The fog tis past
And dawn
Doth yawn

Cross the meadowland
And drink its fill
With fire raging thrill

To rise and shine
Upon us still
Thy pathway
Doth light

Through all
Day and night
Shall remain

While still
There is hope
To carry on

Oh sweet companion
So faithful and true
My life this path
Owe I to you

-Joshua Lee Foist