Light and Life ‎#45

45. Burke

1 I would love thee, God and Father;
My Redeemer and my King!
I would love thee; For without thee,
Life is but a bitter thing.

2 I would love thee, ev'ry blessing;
Flows to me from out thy throne.
I would love thee, He who loves thee,
Never feels himself alone.

3 I would love thee, look upon me,
Ever guide me with thine eye;
I would love thee If not nourished
By thy love, my soul would die.

Text Information

• First Line: I would love thee, God and Father
• Title: Burke
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1881

Tune Information

• Name: BURKE
• Composer: R. M. McIntosh
• Meter: 8s & 7s
• Key: A Major