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Author: Jane E Leeson; J Whittemore Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Appears in 150 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Gracious Saviour, gentle Shepherd,
Little ones are dear to Thee;
Gathered with Thine arms, and carried
In Thy bosom may we be;
Sweetly, fondly, safely tended,
From all want and danger free.
Sweetly, fondly, safely tended,
From all want and danger free.
2 Tender Shepherd, never leave us
From Thy fold to go astray;
By Thy look of love directed
May we walk the narrow way;
Thus direct us, and protect us,
Lest we fall an easy prey.
Thus direct us, and protect us,
Lest we fall an easy prey.
3 Taught to lisp the holy praises
Which on earth Thy children sing,
Both with lips and hearts unfeigned
May we our thank-offerings bring;
Then with all the saints in glory
Join to praise our Lord and King.
Then with all the saints in glory
Join to praise our Lord and King. Topics: The Christian Family/Children/Youth Used With Tune: LOVE DIVINE
Gracious Saviour, Gentle Shepherd