The Hymnal ‎#27b

27b. Now from the altar of my heart

Now from the altar of my heart
Let incense flames arise;
Assist me, Lord, to offer up
Mine evening sacrifice.

Minutes and mercies multiplied
Have made up all this day;
Minutes came quick, but mercies were
More fleet and free than they.

New time, new favour, and new joys
Do a new song require;
Till I shall praise thee as I would,
Accept my heart's desire.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Now from the altar of my heart
• Author: John Mason (1683)
• Meter: C.M.
• Publication Date: 1916
• Topic: Evening

Tune Information

• Name: NATIVITY
• Composer: Henry Lahee (1855)
• Meter: C.M.
• Key: C Major