543. God, Be the Love to Search and Keep Me (O Christ, Surround Me)
Text Information |
First Line: |
God, be the love to search and keep me |
Title: |
God, Be the Love to Search and Keep Me (O Christ, Surround Me) |
Author: |
Richard Bruxvoort Colligan (2004) |
Meter: |
9.8.9.5.5 |
Language: |
English |
Publication Date: |
2013 |
Scripture: |
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Topic: |
Christian Life; Commitment; Guidance; Living in Christ; Prayer; Providence; Sending (4 more...) |
Copyright: |
© 2004 This Here Music, Worldmaking.net |
ONE LICENSE: |
16018 |
Text Information:This hymn is a 21st-century adaptation of the traditional Celtic prayer style known as a lorica (Latin for “armor” or “breastplate”). Many such petitions for God’s presence and protection were never written down but this one is based on an example attributed to St. Patrick.