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I do not ask, O Lord, that life may be

Author: A. A. Procter Hymnal: The Church Hymnal #633a (1898) Meter: 10.4.10.4 Topics: Peace Tune Title: PER PACEM

I do not ask, O Lord

Author: Adelaide A.Procter Hymnal: The Hymnal, Revised and Enlarged, as adopted by the General Convention of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States of America in the year of our Lord 1892 #633 (1894) Meter: 10.4 First Line: I do not ask, O Lord, that life may be Lyrics: 1 I do not ask, O Lord, that life may be A pleasant road; I do not ask that Thou wouldst take from me Aught of its load. 2 I do not ask that flowers should always spring Beneath my feet; I know too well the poison and the sting Of things too sweet. 3 For one thing only, Lord, dear Lord, I plead: Lead me aright Though strength should falter and though heart should bleed, Through peace to light. 4 I do not ask, O Lord, that Thou shouldst shed Full radiance here; Give but a ray of peace, that I may tread Without a fear. 5 I do not ask my cross to understand, My way to see; Better in darkness just to feel Thy hand, And follow Thee. 6 Joy is like restless day; but peace divine Like quiet night; Lead me, O Lord, till perfect day shall shine, Through peace to light. Amen. Topics: For the Sick and Afflicted; Peace Languages: English Tune Title: [I do not ask, O Lord]