Hymnal: The Southern Harmony, and Musical Companion (New ed. thoroughly rev. and much enl.) #135 (1854) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Hymnal Title: The Southern Harmony, and Musical Companion (New ed. thoroughly rev. and much enl.) Lyrics:
Where nothing dwells but beasts of prey,
Or men as fierce and wild as they,
He bids the oppressed and poor repair,
And build them towns and cities there.
They sow the fields, and trees they plant,
Whose yearly fruit supplies their want;
Their race grows up from fruitful stocks,
Their wealth increases with their flocks.
Languages: English Tune Title: WHITESTOWN
Where nothing dwelt but beasts of prey