The Ark of Praise ‎#96

96. The Covert of his Wings

1 Under his wings I am hiding,
Till all the storms be o’erpast;
Safe ‘neath his shadow abiding,
While life’s cold winter shall last.

Refrain:
Under his wings, under his wings,
Safely I’m hiding under his wings;
Hiding, Hiding, under his wings.

2 Calm in this covert reposing,
Here I am finding sweet rest;—
While his strong arms are inclosing,
What can my spirit molest? [Refrain]

3 Myriads of foes are surrounding,
Striving my peace to destroy;
Heavenly comforts abounding,
Fill all my being with joy! [Refrain]

4 What though I hear the commotion
Fearfully rage? While I cling
Close to his breast, in devotion,
Joyously still I can sing! [Refrain]

5 Jesus, dear Saviour, my “Tower,”
Safely in thee do I hide,
Shielded from Satan’s dread power,
Blest will I ever abide. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: Under his wings I am hiding
• Title: The Covert of his Wings
• Author: Mary D. James
• Refrain First Line: Under his wings, under his wings
• Publication Date: 1882
• Scripture:
  Psalm 91:4

Tune Information

• Name: [Under his wings I am hiding]
• Composer: Wm. J. Kirkpatrick