Hymns for a Pilgrim People ‎#391

391. `Tis the Gift to Be Simple

'Tis the gift to be simple, 'tis the gift to be free,
'Tis the gift to come down where I ought to be;
And when we find ourselves in the place just right,
'Twill be in the valley of love and delight.
When true simplicity is gained,
To bow and to bend we shan't be ashamed,
To turn, turn will be our delight,
'Till by turning, turning we come round right.

Text Information

• First Line: `Tis the gift to be simple, 'tis the gift to be free
• Title: `Tis the Gift to Be Simple
• Meter: 13.11.11.11.8.10.8.10
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2007
• Scripture:
  Matthew 18:4
• Topic: Creation; Discipleship; Faithfulness; Joy; Peace; Renewal / Revival; Social Concern; Service
• Source: Shaker song, 18th C.

Tune Information

• Name: SIMPLE GIFTS
• Meter: 13.11.11.11.8.10.8.10
• Key: G Major
• Source: Shaker Melody