The New Christian Hymnal ‎#389

389. The Great Physician Now is Near

1. The great Physician now is near,
The sympathizing Jesus;
He speaks the drooping heart to cheer,
O hear the voice of Jesus.

Refrain:
Sweetest note in seraph song,
Sweetest Name on mortal tongue,
Sweetest carol ever sung,
Jesus, blessed Jesus.

2. Your many sins He will forgive,
O hear the voice of Jesus;
Your heart to Him, O sinner, give,
And rest your soul in Jesus. [Refrain]

3. His Name dispels my guilt and fear,
No other Name but Jesus;
O how my soul delights to hear
The charming Name of Jesus! [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: The great Physician now is near
• Title: The Great Physician Now is Near
• Author: William Hunter
• Refrain First Line: Sweetest note in seraph song
• Meter: 8 7 8 7 with Refrain
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1929
• Topic: Songs For Children: Jesus' Name
• Notes: Verse 2 revised

Tune Information

• Name: THE GREAT PHYSICIAN
• Arranger: John H. Stockton
• Meter: 8 7 8 7 with Refrain
• Incipit: 55312 34565 13121
• Key: E♭ Major