Hymnal: The Psalms of David #P112b (1766) Lyrics: 1 Thrice happy Man, who fears the Lord,
Loves his Commands, and trusts his Word;
Honour and Peace his Days attend,
And Blessings to his Seed descend.
2 Compassion dwells upon his Mind,
To Works of Mercy still inclin'd;
He lends the Poor some present Aid,
Or gives them, not to be repaid.
3 When times grow dark, and Tidings spread
That fill his Neighbours round with Dread,
His Heart is arm'd against the Fear,
For GOD with all his Pow'r is there.
4 His Soul well fix'd upon the Lord,
Draws heav'nly Courage from his Word;
Amidst the Darkness Light shall rise,
To chear his Heart and bless his Eyes.
5 He hath dispers'd his Alms abroad;
His Works are still before his God;
His Name on Earth shall long remain,
While envious Sinners fret in vain. Topics: Blessings of a person; Charity and justice; Charity to the poor; Good Works; Liberality rewarded Scripture: Psalm 112 Languages: English
Thrice happy Man, who fears the Lord