502. Be known to us in breaking bread

1 Be known to us in breaking bread,
But do not then depart;
Saviour, abide with us, and spread
Thy table in our heart.

2 Then sup with us, in love divine;
Thy body and thy blood,
That living bread and heavenly wine
Be our immortal food.

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First Line: Be known to us in breaking bread
Author: Ryle
Meter: C. M.
Publication Date: 1873
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Topic: The Christian Church: The Lord's Supper; Known in Breaking Bread
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