Author: J. Peirpont, 1785-1866 Hymnal: Methodist Hymn and Tune Book #244 (1917) Hymnal Title: Methodist Hymn and Tune Book Lyrics: 1 O Thou, to whom in ancient time
The lyre of Hebrew bards was strung,
Whom kings adored in song sublime,
And prophets praised with glowing tongue;
2 Not now on Zion's height alone
The favoured worshipper may dwell,
Nor where, at sultry noon, thy Son
Sat weary by the patriarch's well.
3 From every place below the skies,
The grateful song, the fervent prayer,
The incense of the heart may rise
To heaven, and find acceptance there.
4 O Thou, to whom in ancient time
The holy prophet's harp was strung,
To Thee at last in every clime,
Shall temples rise and praise be sung. Topics: The Church and the Kingdom of God The Lord's Day Languages: English Tune Title: WAREHAM
O, Thou, to whom in ancient time