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Resting from his work today 
Resting from his work today in the tomb the Savior lay; still he slept, from head to feet shrouded in the winding-sheet, lying in the rock alone, hidden by the sealed stone. 
Late at even there was seen watching long the Magdalene; early, ere the break of day, sorrowful she took her way to the holy garden glade, where her buried Lord was laid. 
So with thee, till life shall end, I would solemn vigil spend; let me hew thee, Lord, a shrine in this rocky heart of mine, where in pure embalmed cell none but thou may ever dwell. 
Myrrh and spices will I bring, true affection's offering; close the door from sight and sound of the busy world around; and in patient watch remain till my Lord appear again.