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Boy Scout Vespers
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The '''Boy Scout Vespers''' is a traditional song of the [[Scouting|Boy Scouts]]. It is usually &mdash; like other [[vespers]] &mdash; sung at the conclusion of the day or service, especially at the end of a [[campfire]] service. The first verse below is universal, but the second is at times omitted. The song occasionally ends with the spoken [[blessing]], "May the great Scoutmaster (or Master) of all Scouts watch over us until we meet again," or words to such effect.

==Lyrics==
''Sing with reverence to the tune of "[[O Tannenbaum|O, Christmas Tree]]"''

  <blockquote>Softly falls the light of day,<br>
  As our campfire fades away.<br>
  Silently each Scout should ask,<br>
  "Have I done my daily task?<br>
  Have I kept my honor bright?<br>
  Can I guiltless sleep tonight?<br>
  Have I done and have I dared,<br>
  Everything to Be Prepared?"<br><br>
 
  Listen Lord, oh listen Lord,<br>
  As I whisper soft and low.<br>
  Bless my mom and bless my dad,<br>
  These are things that they should know.<br>
  I will keep my honor bright,<br>
  The Oath and Law will be my guide.<br>
  And Mom and Dad this you should know,<br>
  Deep in my heart I love you so. </blockquote>

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[[Category:Scouting]]
[[Category:Institutional songs]]