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1. Sweet Hosannahs

1 Little children, praise the Saviour,
He regards you from above;
Praise Him for His great salvation!
Praise Him for His precious love!

Chorus:
Sweet hosannahs, sweet hosannahs,
To the name of Jesus sing!
Sweet hosannahs, sweet hosannahs,
To the name of Jesus sing!

2 Little children, praise the Saviour,
Praise Him, your undying Friend;
Praise Him, 'till in Heav'n you meet Him,
There to praise Him without end! [Chorus]

Text Information
First Line: Little children, praise the Saviour
Title: Sweet Hosannahs
Refrain First Line: Sweet hosannahs, sweet hosannahs
Publication Date: 1874
Notes: For the infant Class
Tune Information
Name: [Little children, praise the Saviour]
Key: F Major or modal



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