The Hymnal 1982 ‎#524

524. I love thy kingdom, Lord

1 I love thy kingdom, Lord,
the house of thine abode,
the Church our blest Redeemer saved
with his own precious blood.

2 For her my tears shall fall;
for her my prayers ascend;
to her my cares and toils be given,
till toils and cares shall end.

3 Beyond my highest joy
I prize her heavenly ways,
her sweet communion, solemn vows,
her hymns of love and praise.

4 Jesus, thou friend divine,
our Savior and our King,
thy hand from every snare and foe
shall great deliverance bring.

5 Sure as thy truth shall last,
to Zion shall be given
the brightest glories earth can yield,
and brighter bliss of heaven.

Text Information

• First Line: I love thy kingdom, Lord
• Author: Timothy Dwight , 1725-1817
• Meter: SM
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1985
• Topic: The Church

Tune Information

• Name: ST. THOMAS (WILLIAMS)
• Composer (melody): Aaron Williams, 1731-1776
• Harmonizer: Lowell Mason, 1792-1872
• Meter: SM
• Key: F Major