HYMN #1180 SSS #1180 • SS&S Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #1180: Come close to the Saviour

Complete lyrics, stanzas, and pipe organ accompaniment • Sacred Songs & Solos

Come close to the Saviour, thy loving Redeemer,
O sorrowing heart oppressed; . . .
Life’s journey is dreary, thy spirit is weary,
Oh, come unto Him and rest,
Come close to the Saviour, oh, why dost thou linger?
He knoweth thy heart oppressed; . . .
His promise believing, His message receiving,
Oh, come unto Him and rest!
Peacefully, tranquilly, tenderly rest,
Looking to Jesus above; . . .
Peacefully, tranquilly, tenderly rest
Safe in the arms of His love. . . .

Come close to the Saviour, He calleth thee gently;
Draw near to thy Father’s throne: . . .
His eyes will behold thee, His mercy enfold thee,
Why carry thy grief alone!
Come close to the Saviour, oh, trust and remember,
Through trials our souls are blest; . . .
Whatever betide thee, thy Refuge will hide thee,
Oh, come unto Him and rest!

Come close to thy Saviour, earth’s pleasures are fleeting,
But Jesus will care for thee; . . .
Whatever may grieve thee, He never will leave thee,
Thy strength as thy day shall be.
Come close to the Saviour, while now He is calling,
Come home to the pure and blest; . . .
Where peace, like a river, flows onward for ever,
Oh, come unto Him and rest!

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "Come close to the Saviour"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #1180 in Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200 Hymns), compiled by the American gospel singer and hymnologist Ira David Sankey (1840–1908).

Sankey popularized these sacred songs during the transatlantic evangelistic campaigns led alongside Dwight L. Moody between 1873 and 1903. The compilation became one of the most widely printed hymnals in Christendom, cherished by Methodist, Baptist, Anglican, Presbyterian, and Pentecostal congregations throughout the world.

🕊️ Devotional Themes & Reflection

Composed of 3 stanzas, the text centers on foundational biblical themes: adoration and praise to God, humble reliance upon divine grace, steadfast faith amid trials, and the everlasting hope of salvation in Jesus Christ.

Whether sung during Sunday corporate worship or read during family devotions and personal prayer, these stanzas guide the believer to reflect on God's unending mercies and steadfast faithfulness across every season of life.

🎼 Musical Structure & Liturgy

Poetic Meter: Standard Metrical Hymnody
Stanza Structure: 3 Verses with cathedral pipe organ accompaniment
Liturgical Placement: Suitable as an Opening Hymn of Praise, Call to Worship, Offertory, or Closing Doxology
Pipe Organ Audio: Multi-verse accompaniment synthesized to support organists, choir rehearsals, and home worship

⚖️ Public Domain Archival: This historic hymn text and tune are in the worldwide public domain and may be freely printed in church bulletins or projected for public worship.

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