385. Jesus, the joy of loving hearts

1 Jesus, the joy of loving hearts,
Fountain of life and Light of men,
from the best bliss that earth imparts
we turn unfilled to You again.

2 Your truth unchanged has always stood;
You save all those who on You call:
to those who seek You, O how good!
To those that find You, all-in-all!

3 We taste of You, the living Bread,
and long to feast upon You still;
we drink of You, the Fountain-head,
and thirst our souls from You to fill.

4 Our restless spirits long for You,
no matter where our lot is cast,
glad when Your gracious smile we view,
blessed when our faith can hold You fast.

5 O Jesus, ever with us stay;
make all our moments calm and bright;
chase the dark night of sin away;
spread through the world Your holy light.

Text Information
First Line: Jesus, the joy of loving hearts
Latin Title: Jesu dulcis memoria
Translator: Ray Palmer, 1808-1887
Meter: LM
Language: English
Publication Date: 2004
Topic: Jesus Christ: The Lord's Supper
Source: Latin, 12th century
Notes: Alternative tune: WAREHAM 132
Tune Information
Name: MARYTON
Composer: Henry Percy Smith, 1825-1898
Meter: LM
Key: E Major



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