The Hymnal ‎#27a

27a. Now from the altar of my heart

Now from the altar of my heart
Let incense flames arise;
Assist me, Lord, to offer up
Mine evening sacrifice.

Minutes and mercies multiplied
Have made up all this day;
Minutes came quick, but mercies were
More fleet and free than they.

New time, new favour, and new joys
Do a new song require;
Till I shall praise thee as I would,
Accept my heart's desire.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Now from the altar of my heart
• Author: John Mason (1683)
• Meter: C.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1916
• Topic: Daily Prayer: Evening

Tune Information

• Name: BEATITIDO
• Composer: John B. Dykes (1875)
• Meter: C.M.
• Incipit: 12353 14367 13222
• Key: A♭ Major