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The Prodigal

Author: John M. Henson

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Text Information

First Line: Blessed Savior, I'm a long way from home
Title: The Prodigal
Author: John M. Henson
Language: English

Timeline

Instances in all hymnals

Instances (1 - 10 of 10)

Crowning Hymns No. 11 #131

Crowning Hymns No. 12 #185

Encore #d18

Favorite Songs #141

Glad Hosannas #151

Radio Beams #83

Radio Specials and Spirituals #139

Songs of Praise No. 5 #117

Sunday School and Revival Songs No.2 #d25

The Old School Hymnal No. 7. Rev. #d24

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