The Hymnal 1982 ‎#338

338. Wherefore, O Father, we thy humble servants here

1 Wherefore, O Father, we thy humble servants
here bring before thee Christ thy well-beloved,
All-perfect Offering, sacrifice immortal,
spotless oblation.

2 See now thy children, making intercession
through him our Savior, Son of God incarnate,
for all thy people, living and departed,
pleading before thee.

Text Information

• First Line: Wherefore, O Father, we thy humble servants here
• Author: William Henry Hammond Jervois, 1852-1905
• Meter: 11 11. 11 5
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1985

Tune Information

• Name: LOBT DEN HERREN
• Composer (melody): Johann Cruger, 1598-1662
• Harmonizer: Friedrich Layriz, 1808-1859
• Meter: 11 11. 11 5
• Key: C Major