Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual Songs: selected and original, designed for the use of the Church Universal in public and private devotion CCXCVIII. O all ye nations, praise the Lord

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CCXCVIII. Praise

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1 O all ye nations, praise the Lord,
Each with a diff'rent tongue;
In ev'ry language learn his word,
And let his name be sung.

2 His mercy reigns thro' ev'ry land;
Proclaim his grace abroad;
Forever firm his truth shall stand;
Praise ye the faithful God.

Text Information
First Line:	O all ye nations, praise the Lord
Title:	Praise
Author:	Watts
Meter:	C. M.
Language:	English
Publication Date:	1792
Scripture:	Psalm 117 ; Psalm 136:26 ; Psalm 145:21
Topic:	Ascriptions of Praise, to Father, Son, and Spirit
Notes:	Public Domain.