The Christian Sunday School Hymnal: a compilation of choice hymns and tunes for Sunday schools 7. Closer to thee, my Father, draw me

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The Christian Sunday School Hymnal‎#7

Text:	Draw Me to Thee
Author:	Mrs. E. W. Chapman
Tune:	[Closer to thee, my Father, draw me]
Composer:	J. H. Tenney

1 Closer to thee, my Father, draw me,
I long for thine embrace;
Closer within thine arms enfold me,
I seek a resting place.

Refrain:
Closer with the cords of love,
Draw me to thyself above;
Closer draw me to thyself above.

2 Closer to thee, my Savior, draw me,
Nor let me leave thee more,
Sighing to feel thine arms around me,
And all my wanderings o'er. [Refrain]

3 Closer by thy sweet spirit draw me,
Till I am wholly thine;
Quicken, refine, and wash and cleanse me,
Till pure my soul shall shine. [Refrain]

Text Information
First Line:	Closer to thee, my Father, draw me
Title:	Draw Me to Thee
Author:	Mrs. E. W. Chapman
Refrain First Line:	Closer with the cords of love
Publication Date:	1883
Scripture:	John 12:32
Notes:	Public Domain.