693. Though I May Speak (The Gift of Love)
Text Information |
First Line: |
Though I may speak with bravest fire |
Title: |
Though I May Speak (The Gift of Love) |
Author: |
Hal H. Hopson (1972) |
Meter: |
LM |
Language: |
English |
Publication Date: |
2013 |
Scripture: |
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Topic: |
Christian Year: Maundy Thursday; Community in Christ; Dedication and Stewardship; Gift of the Holy Spirit; Love for Others; Wedding (3 more...) |
Copyright: |
© 1972 Hope Publishing Company |
ONE LICENSE: |
148957 |
Tune Information |
Name: |
THE GIFT OF LOVE |
Adapter: |
Hal H. Hopson (1972) |
Meter: |
LM |
Key: |
G Major |
Source: |
English folk melody |
Copyright: |
© 1972 Hope Publishing Company |
Text Information:As paraphrases of 1 Corinthians 13:1, 3 the first two stanzas here are in the first person singular, yet they lead into a plural prayer for the gift of such love, for it thrives in community. These words are especially poignant with this adaptation of an English folk melody.