The United Methodist Hymnal ‎#451

451. Be Thou My Vision

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Text Information

• First Line: Be thou my vision, O Lord of my heart
• Title: Be Thou My Vision
• Translator: Mary E. Byrne (1905)
• Versifier: Eleanor H. Hull (1912, alt.)
• Meter: 10 10.9 10
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1989
• Topic: Sanctifiying and Perfecting Grace: Prayer, Trust, Hope; Aspiration and Resolve; Funerals and Memorial Services; Guidance; Hope; Integrity; Jesus Christ: Presence
• Source: Ancient Irish
• Copyright: Alt. © 1989 The United Methodist Publishing House

Tune Information

• Name: SLANE
• Harmonizer: Carlton R. Young (1963)
• Meter: 10 10.9 10
• Key: E♭ Major
• Copyright: Harm. © 1964 Abingdon Press