The Psalms and Hymns of Isaac Watts ‎#II.117

II.117. Hymn 117

I cannot bear thine absence, Lord,
My life expires if thou depart;
Be thou, my heart, still near my God,
And thou, my God, be near my heart.

I was not born for earth or sin,
Nor can I live on things so vile;
Yet I would stay my Father's time,
And hope and wait for heav'n awhile.

Then, dearest Lord, in thine embrace
Let me resign my fleeting breath;
And with a smile upon my face,
Pass the important hour of death.

Text Information

• First Line: I cannot bear thine absence, Lord
• Title: Hymn 117
• Author: Isaac Watts
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1806

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