A Selection of Hymns ‎#DXXXVI

DXXXVI. Prayer for his Majesty King George, and the Royal Family

1 Lord, thou hast bid the people pray
For all that bear the sov'reign sway,
And thy vicegerents reign;
Rulers, and Governors, and powers:
And lo! we humbly pray for ours;
Nor can we pray in vain.

2 Jesus, thy chosen servant guard,
And every threatening danger ward
From his anointed head;
Bid all his griefs and troubles cease,
Thro' paths of righteousness and peace
Our king, propitious lead.

3 Cover his enemies with shame,
Defeat their proud malicious aim,
And make their councils vain;
Preserve him, providence divine,
And let the long illustrious line
To latest ages reign.

4 Upon him shower thy blessings down,
Crown him with grace, with glory crown,
And everlasting joys;
While wealth, prosperity and peace,
Our nations and our churches bless,
And praise the globe employs.

Text Information

• First Line: Lord, thou hast bid thy people pray
• Title: Prayer for his Majesty King George, and the Royal Family
• Meter: Chatham Tune
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1792
• Topic: Times and Seasons: Loyalty; King and royal family prayed for; National prayer and praise; Thanksgiving days

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