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XLVIII. The Inspired Word a System of Knowledge and Joy

1 How precious is the book Divine,
By inspiration given!
Bright as a lamp its doctrines shine
To guide our souls to heaven.

2 It sweetly cheers our drooping hearts
In this dark vale of tears;
Life, light, and joy, it still imparts,
And quells our rising fears.

3 This lamp, through all the tedious night
Of life, shall guide our way,
Till we behold the clearer light
Of an eternal day.

Text Information

• First Line: How precious is the book divine
• Title: The Inspired Word a System of Knowledge and Joy
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1799
• Scripture:
  Psalm 119:105
• Topic: Scriptures: Of knowledge and joy; Sinners: Saved and God glorified

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