Hallowed Hymns, New and Old ‎#220

220. Our Blest Redeemer

1 Our blest Redeemer, ere He breath'd
His tender, last farewell,
A Guide, a Comforter, bequeathed
With us to dwell.

2 He came sweet influence to impart,
A gracious, willing guest,
While He can find one humble heart
Wherein to rest.

3 And His that gentle voice we hear,
Soft as the breath of even,
That checks each tho't, that calms each fear,
And speaks of heav'n.

4 And ev'ry virtue we possess,
And ev'ry vict'ry won,
And ev'ry tho't of holiness
Are His alone.

5 Spirit of purity and grace,
Our weakness, pitying, see;
O make our hearts Thy dwelling place,
And worthier Thee.

Text Information

• First Line: Our blest Redeemer, ere He breath'd
• Title: Our Blest Redeemer
• Author: Harriet Auber
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1908
• Topic: Redeemer--Redemption
• Notes: Public Domain.

Tune Information

• Name: ST. CUTHBERT
• Composer: John B. Dykes
• Meter: 8, 6, 8, 4.
• Key: E♭ Major
• Notes: Public Domain.