784. The Lord is our Shepherd, our Guardian and Guide

1 The Lord is our Shepherd, our Guardian and Guide;
Whatever we want he will kindly provide:
To the sheep of his pasture his mercies abound;
His care and protection his flock will surround.

2 The Lord is our Shepherd; what then shall we fear?
What evil can trouble us while he is near?
Not if we are summoned to walk through the vale
Of the shadow of death, shall our hearts ever fail.

3 The Lord is become our salvation and song;
His blessings have followed us all our life long!
His name will we praise while we have any breath,
Be cheerful in life, or be happy in death.

Text Information
First Line: The Lord is our Shepherd, our Guardian and Guide
Author: Anon.
Publication Date: 1886
Topic: The Christian: Guidance and Protection
Tune Information
Name: PORTUGUESE HYMN
Composer: John Reading
Meter: 11s
Key: G Major or modal
Notes: Alternate tunes: #781 or 511.



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