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733. The King of Love My Shepherd Is

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1 The King of love my shepherd is,
Whose goodness fails me never;
I nothing lack if I am his,
And he is mine forever.

2 Where streams of living water flow
With gentle care he leads me,
And where the verdant pastures grow,
With heav'nly food he feeds me.

3 Perverse and foolish I have strayed,
But yet in love he sought me,
And on his shoulder gently laid,
And home, rejoicing, brought me.

4 In death's dark vale I fear no ill
With you, dear Lord, beside me;
Your rod and staff my comfort still,
Your cross before to guide me.

5 You spread a table in my sight,
Your saving grace bestowing;
And O what joy and true delight
From your pure chalice flowing!

6 And so through all the length of days
Your goodness fails me never:
Good Shepherd, may I sing your praise
Within your house forever.

Text Information

• First Line: The King of love my shepherd is
• Title: The King of Love My Shepherd Is
• Author: Henry Williams Baker, 1821-1877 (alt.)
• Meter: 87 87
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2003
• Scripture:
  Psalm 23
  ;
  Psalm 79:13
  ;
  Psalm 84:4
  ;
  Psalm 95:7
• Topic: Good Shepherd; Love of God for Us; Petition/Prayer; Retreats; Trust; Service Music for Mass: Introductory Rites: Entrance Song

Tune Information

• Name: ST. COLUMBA
• Meter: 87 87
• Key: D Major
• Source: Trad. Irish Melody