Prudence

Moved by careless action,
Spurred to headlong hast,
Many act without forethought,
They rush to their lives' ends.

Tis better to look judiciously,
And then consider taking the leap,
Caution never fails to protect
Those who plan well ahead.

In a life of hectic activity,
With never a moment's pause--
One of relentless motion--
When will you stop to rest?

It is wise to long remember,
Even as all others forget:
Providence is slow, imperceptible,
But the devil works in haste.


[Re-published from the Nicene Guys site].