The Works of the Reverend and Learned Isaac Watts, D. D. Containing, besides his Sermons, and Essays on miscellaneous subjects, several additional pieces, Selected from his Manuscripts by the Rev. Dr. Jennings, and the Rev. Dr. Doddridge, in 1753: to which are prefixed, memoirs of the life of the author, compiled by the Rev. George Burder. In six volumes |
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HYMN 21. (L. M.) A Song of Praise to God the Redeemer.
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Let the old heathens tune their songOf great Diana and of Jove;
But the sweet theme that moves my tongue
Is my Redeemer and his love.
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Behold a God descends and diesTo save my soul from gaping hell;
How the black gulph where Satan lies
Yawn'd to receive me when I fell!
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How justice frown'd and vengeance stoodTo drive me down to endless pain!
But the great Son propos'd his blood,
And heavenly wrath grew mild again.
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Infinite Lover, gracious Lord,To thee be endless honours given;
Thy wondrous name shall be ador'd
Round the wide earth, and wider heaven.
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