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9. Jesus, Tender Shepherd, Hear Me

1 Jesus, tender Shepherd, hear me;
Bless Thy little lamb tonight;
Thro’ the darkness be Thou near me;
Watch my sleep till morning light.

Refrain:
Bless me, oh, save me,
Save thy little lamb tonight;
Thro’ the darkness be thou near me,
Keep me safe till morning light.

2 All the day thy hand has led me,
And I thank Thee for Thy care;
Thou hast warmed me, clothed and fed me,
Listen to my evening prayer. [Refrain]

3 Let my sins be all forgiven;
Bless the friends I love so well;
Take us all at last to Heaven,
Happy there with Thee to dwell. [Refrain]

Text Information
First Line: Jesus, tender Shepherd, hear me
Title: Jesus, Tender Shepherd, Hear Me
Author: Mrs. Duncan
Refrain First Line: Bless me, oh, save me
Publication Date: 1893
Scripture:
Notes: Public Domain.
Tune Information
Name: [Jesus, tender Shepherd, hear me]
Composer: J. J. Jelley
Notes: Public Domain.



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