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Hebrews 13:20, 22

I

Now may He who from the dead
Brought the Shepherd of the sheep,
Jesus Christ, our King and Head,
All our souls in safety keep!

II

May he teach us to fulfill
What is pleasing in his sight;
Perfect us in all his will,
And preserve us day and night!

III

To that dear Redeemer’s praise,
Who the cov’nant seal’d with blood,
Let our hearts and voices raise
Loud thanksgivings to our God.

Where this text comes from

First published in Olney Hymns (1779). First located printing is this volume; an earlier periodical printing has not been established. [1] [2] [3]

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Cite this poem

John Newton (1725–1807). “Hebrews 13:20, 22.” First published in Olney Hymns (1779). Text: Poem Index, https://poemindex.org/john-newton/hebrews-13-20-22/. Append #L14 to cite line 14, or #L4-L9 for lines 4–9.

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