Methodist Hymn and Tune Book ‎#181

181. How precious is the book divine

1 How precious is the book divine,
By inspiration given;
Bright as a lamp its doctrines shine,
To guide our souls to heaven.

2 It sweetly cheers our drooping hearts,
In this dark vale of tears;
Life, light, and joy it still imparts,
And quells our rising fears.

3 This lamp, through all the tedious night
Of life, shall guide our way,
Till we behold the clearer light
Of an eternal day.

Text Information

• First Line: How precious is the book divine
• Author: Dr. J. Fawcett, 1740-1817
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1917
• Topic: Scriptures: Lamp a; The Godhead: Holy Scripture; Grace: Throne; Lamp, the Bible a

Tune Information

• Name: SPRINGTIDE
• Composer: Sir Joseph Barnby, 1838-1896
• Meter: C.M.
• Key: G Major or modal