182. There is an ancient, blessed book

1 There is an ancient, blessed book,
Sent down from age to age;
Admiring angels bend to look
Upon its hallowed page.

2 Preserved by wondrous care and skill,
For our instruction given,
It speaks of God, and shows his will
And points the way to heaven.

3 O let us seek for heavenly grace
To hear and read aright!
Till we behold the Saviour's face,
And faith gives place to sight.

Text Information
First Line: There is an ancient, blessed book
Author: Anon.
Publication Date: 1886
Topic: Worship: Holy Scriptures
Tune Information
Name: ORTONVILLE
Composer: Thomas Hastings
Meter: C.M.
Key: A♭ Major
Notes: Alternate tunes: #175, 446, or 147.



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