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1 The Spirit breathes upon the word,
And brings the truth to sight;
Precepts and promises afford
A sanctifying light.
2 A glory gilds the sacred page,
Majestic, like the sun;
It gives a light to every age;
It gives, but borrows none.
3 Let everlasting thanks be thine
For such a bright display
As makes a world of darkness shine
With beams of heavenly day.
4 My soul rejoices to pursue
The steps of him I love,
Till glory breaks upon my view
In brighter worlds above.
| Text Information | |
|---|---|
| First Line: | The Spirit breathes upon the word |
| Author: | William Cowper (1731-1800) |
| Language: | English |
| Publication Date: | 1986 |
| Topic: | Means of grace: Scriptures |
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