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-- ascended the throne , and I came hither , the hungry longing for my lost one oppressed me . But the Lord gives , and the Lord takes away : let us both say , `` Blessed be His holy name . '' Now , summon the boy to partake of this simple fare , and remember , Mistress Gifford , if you want a friend , you can resort to me . I am now bound for the parish of Leigh , where I say evensong at five o'clock . ' Mary called Ambrose , and said , -- ` Bless my child , sir , and bless me also . ' Ambrose , at his mother 's bidding , knelt by her side , and the Rector pronounced the blessing , which has always a peculiar significance for those who are troubled in spirit . ` To the Lord 's gracious keeping I commit you .