TOYAHIKO KAGAWA by INEZ E. FRANCK

His joyous heart has touched the world with song
As in the quiet dawn he breathed a prayer;
His dreams were deep -- his shining virtues strong
That made aristocrat with workers share;
His kindled soul has been a starry light
To shine upon the ones who knew Him not;
His faith has taught men through the darkest night
To act together bettering their lot.
Thus he has walked with God throughout the years
Where pale sad faces lingered in the slums;
Above the din he heard the call that cheers
The piteous wanderer whenever he comes;
O may his life still lift his fellow man,
His love reveal the glory of Japan.

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