The Christian Hymnary. Bks. 1-4 ‎#899

899. Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling

Text Information

• First Line: Softly and tenderly Jesus is calling
• Title: Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling
• Author: Will L. Thompson, 1847-1909
• Refrain First Line: Come home, come home
• Meter: 11.7.11.7. with Ref.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1972
• Scripture:
  Revelation 3:20
• Topic: Book Four: Occasional Selections, Gospel Songs and Hymns; Christian Commission: Inviting Men to Christ
• Notes: Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with Me. Rev. 3:20.

Tune Information

• Name: SOFTLY AND TENDERLY
• Composer: Will L. Thompson
• Meter: 11.7.11.7. with Ref.
• Key: A♭ Major
• Notes: M.M. 84