The Southern Harmony, and Musical Companion (New ed. thoroughly rev. and much enl.) ‎#168

168. Thy praise, O Lord, shall tune the lyre

1.
Thy praise, O Lord, shall tune the lyre,
Thy love our joyful songs inspire;
To thee our cordial thanks be paid,
Our sure defense, our constant aid.

2.
Why then cast down, and why distressed?
And whence the grief that fills our breast?
In God we'll hope, to God we'll raise
Our songs of gratitude and praise.

Text Information

• First Line: Thy praise, O Lord, shall tune the lyre
• Title: Thy praise, O Lord, shall tune the lyre
• Author: Lowell Mason
• Meter: L.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1854

Tune Information

• Name: ROCKINGHAM
• Composer: Lowell Mason
• Meter: L.M.