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Father of Lights

Representative Text

1 Father of Lights, whose blessings
We cannot number o'er;
Giver of ev'ry perfect gift,
Thy name we do adore.

Chorus:
Father of Lights,
Shining above,
Help us to shine,
Help us to love.

2 Father of Lights, whose brightness
Outshines the stars, the sun;
Help us to walk in thy true light,
Until life's journey's done. [Chorus]

3 Father of Lights, who lightens
All worlds that move in space,
may we in thy bright home above
Find a sweet resting place. [Chorus]

Source: Bible Study Songs: for junior societies, junior and primary Sunday schools #19

Author: Margaret Coote Brown

Early 20th Century Go to person page >

Text Information

First Line: Father of Lights, whose blessings
Title: Father of Lights
Author: Margaret Coote Brown
Language: English
Refrain First Line: Father of Lights
Copyright: Public Domain

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