The Cyber Hymnal ‎#12508

12508. Thrice Happy Man Who Fears The Lord

1 Thrice happy man who fears the Lord,
Loves His commands, and trusts His Word;
Honor and peace his days attend,
And blessings to his seed descend.

2 Compassion dwells upon His mind,
To works of mercy still inclined;
He lends the poor some present aid,
Or gives them, not to be repaid.

3 When times grow dark, and tidings spread
That fill his neighbors round with dread,
His heart is armed against the fear,
For God with all His power is there.

4 His soul, well fixed upon the Lord,
Draws heav’nly courage from His Word;
Amidst the darkness light shall rise,
To cheer his heart and bless his eyes.

5 He hath dispersed his alms abroad;
His works are still before His God;
His name on earth shall long remain,
While envious sinners fret in vain.

Text Information

• First Line: Thrice happy man who fears the Lord
• Title: Thrice Happy Man Who Fears The Lord
• Author: Isaac Watts
• Meter: LM
• Language: English
• Source: The Psalms of David, 1719
• Copyright: Public Domain

Tune Information

• Name: WELLS
• Composer: William Henry Monk
• Meter: LM
• Key: D Major
• Copyright: Public Domain