Methodist Hymn and Tune Book ‎#244

244. O, Thou, to whom in ancient time

1 O Thou, to whom in ancient time
The lyre of Hebrew bards was strung,
Whom kings adored in song sublime,
And prophets praised with glowing tongue;

2 Not now on Zion's height alone
The favoured worshipper may dwell,
Nor where, at sultry noon, thy Son
Sat weary by the patriarch's well.

3 From every place below the skies,
The grateful song, the fervent prayer,
The incense of the heart may rise
To heaven, and find acceptance there.

4 O Thou, to whom in ancient time
The holy prophet's harp was strung,
To Thee at last in every clime,
Shall temples rise and praise be sung.

Text Information

• First Line: O, Thou, to whom in ancient time
• Author: J. Peirpont, 1785-1866
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1917
• Topic: The Church and the Kingdom of God: The Lord's Day

Tune Information

• Name: WAREHAM
• Composer: W. Knapp, 1698-1768
• Meter: L.M.
• Key: B♭ Major