Evangelical Lutheran Hymnary ‎#436

436. Father, Most Holy, Merciful and Tender

1 Father most holy, merciful, and tender
Jesus, our Savior, with the Father reigning;
Spirit all-kindly, Advocate, Defender,
Light never waning.

2 Trinity sacred, Unity unshaken;
Deity perfect, giving and forgiving,
Light of the angels, Life of the forsaken,
Hope of all living.

3 Maker of all things, all Thy creatures praise Thee;
Lo, all things serve Thee through Thy whole creation.
Hear us, Almighty, hear us as we raise Thee
Heart's adoration.

4 To the almighty triune God be glory:
Highest and greatest, help Thou our endeavor;
We, too, would praise Thee, giving honor worthy,
Now and forever.

Text Information

• First Line: Father most holy, merciful, and tender
• Title: Father, Most Holy, Merciful and Tender
• Latin Title: O Pater sancte
• Translator: P. Dearmer, 1867-1936
• Meter: 11 11 11 5
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1996
• Topic: Trinity 7
• Source: Latin, c. 900
• Notes: Hymn text, suggested tune CHRISTE SANCTORUM

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