The Christian Hymnary. Bks. 1-4 ‎#40

40. Hungry, and Faint, and Poor

1 Hungry, and faint, and poor,
Behold us, Lord, again
Assembled at Thy mercy's door,
Thy bounty to obtain.

2 Thy word invites us nigh,
Or we would starve indeed;
For we no money have to buy,
Nor righteousness to plead.

3 The food our spirits want,
Thy hand alone can give;
O hear the prayer of faith, and grant
That we may eat and live!

Text Information

• First Line: Hungry, and faint, and poor
• Title: Hungry, and Faint, and Poor
• Author: John Newton, 1725-1807
• Meter: S.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1972
• Scripture:
  James 5:16
• Topic: Book One: Hymns, Songs, Chorales; Prayer
• Notes: The effectual prayer of a righteous man availeth much. Jas. 5:16.

Tune Information

• Name: BOYLSTON
• Composer: Lowell Mason, 1792-1872
• Meter: S.M.
• Key: C Major
• Notes: M.M. 62