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1 How precious is the book divine,
By inspiration giv'n!
Bright as a lamp its doctrines shine
To guide our souls to heav'n.
2 It sweetly cheers our drooping hearts
In this dark vale of tears;
Life, light, and joy, it still imparts
And quells our rising fears.
3 This lamp, through all the tedious night
Of life, shall guide our way
Till we behold the clearer light
Of an eternal day.
| Text Information | |
|---|---|
| First Line: | How precious is the book divine |
| Meter: | C. M. |
| Language: | English |
| Publication Date: | 1814 |
| Topic: | The Scriptures |
| Notes: | Public Domain. |
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