Trinity Hymnal ‎#265

265. How precious is the book divine

1 How precious is the book divine,
By inspiration given,
Bright as a lamp its doctrines shine,
To guide our souls to heav'n.

2 It sweetly cheers our drooping hearts,
In this dark vale of tears;
Life, light and joy it still imparts
And quells our rising fears.

3 This lamp, through all the tedious night
Of life, shall guide our way,
Till we behold the clearer light
Of an eternal day.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: How precious is the book divine
• Author: John Fawcett (1782)
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1961
• Scripture:
  Psalm 119:105
• Topic: Guidance; Holy Scriptures

Tune Information

• Name: BELMONT
• Composer: William Gardiner (1812, arr.)
• Meter: C. M.
• Key: G Major