The Psalms of David ‎#I.CXXXIV

I.CXXXIV. Had I the Tongues of Greeks and Jews

1 Had I the Tongues of Greeks and Jews,
And nobler Speech, that Angels use,
If Love be absent, I am found,
Like tinkling Brass, an empty Sound.

2 Were I inspir'd to preach, and tell
All that is done in Heav'n and Hell,
Or could my Faith the World remove,
Still I am nothing without Love.

3 Should I distribute all my Store
To feed the Bowels of the Poor,
Or give my Body to the Flame,
To gain a Martyr's glorious Name:

4 If Love to God, and Love to Men
Be absent, all my Hopes are vain;
Nor Tongues, nor Gifts, nor fiery Zeal,
The Work of Love can e'er fulfil.

Text Information

• First Line: Had I the Tongues of Greeks and Jews
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1766
• Scripture:
  1 Corinthians 13:1-3
• Topic: Promised Messiah born; Religion vain without Love

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