Complete Anglican Hymns Old and New ‎#613b

613b. Spirit of mercy, truth and love

1 Spirit of mercy, truth and love,
O shed thine influence from above,
and still from age to age convey
the wonders of this sacred day.

2 In ev'ry clime, by ev'ry tongue,
be God's surpassing glory sung;
let all the list'ning earth be taught
the acts our great Redeemer wrought.

3 Unfailing comfort, heav'nly guide,
still o'er thy holy Church preside;
let humankind thy blessings prove,
Spirit of mercy, truth and love.

Text Information

• First Line: Spirit of mercy, truth and love
• Title: Spirit of mercy, truth and love
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2000
• Topic: Evangelism; Pentecost
• Source: "Foundling Hospital Collection" (1774) alt.

Tune Information

• Name: BIRLING
• Harmonizer: Geoffrey Shaw, 1879-1943
• Meter: LM
• Key: B♭ Major
• Source: Early 19th century Nottingham collection
• Notes: An alternative arrangement will be found at No. 459