The Little Seraph ‎#58

58. Altar

1 I lay my sins on Jesus,
The spotless Lamb of God;
He bears them all, and frees us
From the accursed load.
I bring my guilt to Jesus,
To wash my crimson stains
White in his blood most precious,
Till not a stain remains.

Text Information

• First Line: I lay my sins on Jesus
• Title: Altar
• Publication Date: 1874

Tune Information

• Name: ALTAR
• Meter: 7s & 6s
• Key: A♭ Major
• Source: From the "Casket," by permission.