Hymns of Glory, Songs of Praise ‎#596

596. Breathe on me, Breath of God

1 Breathe on me, Breath of God,
fill me with life anew,
that I may love the way you love,
and do what you would do.

2 Breathe on me, Breath of God,
until my heart is pure,
until with you I will one will
to do and to endure.

3 Breathe on me, Breath of God,
direct my heart's desire,
till every earthly part of me
glows with your holy fire.

4 Breathe on me, Breath of God,
so shall I never die,
but live with you the perfect life
of your eternity.

Text Information

• First Line: Breathe on me, Breath of God
• Author: Edwin Hatch (1835-1889) (alt.)
• Meter: SM
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2008
• Scripture:
  Acts 17:25
  ;
  Genesis 2:7
  ;
  Psalm 104:29-30
  ;
  Romans 8:9-10
• Topic: The Holy Spirit: The Coming of the Spirit; Eternal Life; God: Will of; Purity Of Heart

Tune Information

• Name: VENI SPIRITUS
• Composer: John Stainer (1840-1901)
• Meter: SM
• Key: E♭ Major