The Southern Harmony, and Musical Companion (New ed. thoroughly rev. and much enl.) ‎#92

92. Father, I long, I faint to see

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Father, I long, I faint to see
The place of thy abode,
I'd leave these earthly courts, and flee
Up to thy courts, my God.
Here I behold thy distant face,
And 'tis a pleasing sight,
But to abide in thine embrace
Is infinite delight.

Text Information

• First Line: Father, I long, I faint to see
• Title: Father, I long, I faint to see
• Meter: C.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1854
• Notes: Public Domain.

Tune Information

• Name: FIDUCIA
• Composer: Robison
• Meter: C.M.
• Notes: Public Domain.