When lowering clouds deform the sky

When lowering clouds deform the sky

Author: Thomas Haweis
Published in 7 hymnals

Author: Thomas Haweis

Thomas Haweis (b. Redruth, Cornwall, England, 1734; d. Bath, England, 1820) Initially apprenticed to a surgeon and pharmacist, Haweis decided to study for the ministry at Oxford and was ordained in the Church of England in 1757. He served as curate of St. Mary Magdalen Church, Oxford, but was removed by the bishop from that position because of his Methodist leanings. He also was an assistant to Martin Madan at Locke Hospital, London. In 1764 he became rector of All Saints Church in Aldwinkle, Northamptonshire, and later served as administrator at Trevecca College, Wales, a school founded by the Countess of Huntingdon, whom Haweis served as chaplain. After completing advanced studies at Cambridge, he published a Bible commentary and a volume… Go to person page >

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First Line: When lowering clouds deform the sky
Author: Thomas Haweis
Copyright: Public Domain

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Hymns for Christian Melody #276

The Baptist Hymn Book, in Two Parts #d614

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The Psalmody #423

Village Hymns #349

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Village hymns for social worship, selected and original #349

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Village hymns for social worship, selected and original #349

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Village Hymns for Social Worship, Selected and Original #349

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