1 Away from ev'ry mortal care,
Away from earth, our souls retreat;
We leave this worthless world afar,
And wait and worship near Thy seat.
2 Lord, in the temples of Thy grace,
We bow before Thee and adore;
We view the glories of Thy face,
And learn the wonders of Thy power.
3 Whilst here our various wants we mourn,
United prayers ascend on high;
And faith expects a sure return
From Him who hears our feeble cry.
4 Father! my soul would here abide;
Or, if my feet must hence depart,
Still keep me, Father, near Thy side,
Still keep Thy dwelling in my heart.
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First Line: | Away from ev'ry mortal care |
Meter: | L. M. |
Language: | English |
Publication Date: | 1870 |
Topic: | Praise: hymns of genearl praise; Worship: hymns of opening |
Notes: | Author from index: Watts |