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Now in that sacred tide he cometh to lave With these regenerating waters those meek hearts, Whose faith and hope discern the power to save, In the true symbols which this rite imparts. Lo! to his side approaches with saintly mien; A Form Divine and lowly bends His head To meet the Baptist's; and as that Angel said, "The heavens now open to announce their God; The father witnesseth His mighty Son."