Gospel Herald in Song ‎#117

117. The Homeland of my Soul

1 Beyond the dusky ocean,
Where solemn waters roll,
There is a country glad and bright,
The homeland of my soul.

Refrain:
O homeland, dear homeland,
O happy sinless shore;
Beyond the tide I shall abide,
Safe there forevermore.

2 Beyond the shadows falling,
So soon on life’s brief day,
My soul shall pass into a light,
That never fades away. [Refrain]

3 Beyond the pain and sorrow,
Which often comes to me,
My soul shall have a peace divine,
Thro’ all eternity. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: Beyond the dusky ocean
• Title: The Homeland of my Soul
• Author: Jennie Wilson
• Refrain First Line: O homeland, dear homeland
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1899
• Scripture:
  Hebrews 11:16
• Topic: Heaven

Tune Information

• Name: [Beyond the dusky ocean]
• Composer: A. J. Showalter