The Hymnal ‎#182

182. To Thee our God we fly

To thee our God we fly
For mercy and for grace;
O hear our lowly cry
And hide not thou thy face.

Arise, O Lord of hosts;
Be jealous for thy Name,
And drive from out our coasts
The sins that put to shame.

Thy best gifts from on high
In rich abundance pour
That we may magnify
And praise thee more and more.

The powers ordained by thee,
With heavenly wisdom bless;
May they thy servants be,
And rule in righteousness.

The Church of thy dear Son
Inflame with love's pure fire,
Bind her once more in one,
And life and truth inspire.

Give peace, Lord, in our time;
O let no foe draw nigh,
Nor lawless deed of crime
Insult thy Majesty.

O Lord, stretch forth thy mighty hand,
And guard and bless our fatherland.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: To Thee our God we fly
• Author: W. Walsham How (1871)
• Meter: 6.6.6.6.8.8
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1916
• Topic: Rogation Days; National Days

Tune Information

• Name: CHRISTCHURCH
• Composer: Charles Steggall (1858)
• Meter: 6.6.6.6.8.8
• Incipit: 13512 51655 43235
• Key: C Major