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Author: G. R. Woodward, 1848-1934; Tobias Clausnitzer, 1619-1684 Meter: 7.8.7.8.8.8 Appears in 15 hymnals Scripture: John 1:14 Lyrics: 1 Dearest Jesu, we are here,
at thy call, thy presence owning;
pleading now in holy fear
that great sacrifice atoning:
Word incarnate, much in wonder
on this mystery deep we ponder.
2 Jesu, strong to save — the same
yesterday, today, for ever —
make us fear and love thy name,
serving thee with best endeavour:
in this life, O ne'er forsake us,
but to bliss hereafter take us. Topics: Holy Communion Used With Tune: LIEBSTER JESU (DESSAU)
Dearest Jesu, we are here