HYMN #0191 SSS #191 • SS&S Meter: 8.6.8.4. Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #191: Our blest Redeemer

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

1

Our blest Redeemer, ere He breathed
His tender, last farewell,
A Guide, a Comforter bequeathed
With us to dwell.

2

He came in semblance of a dove,
With sheltering wings outspread,
The holy balm of peace and love
On earth to shed.

3

He came in tongues of living flame,
To teach, convince, subdue;
All-powerful as the wind He came—
As viewless too.

4

He comes sweet influence to impart,
A gracious, willing Guest,
While He can find one humble heart
Wherein to rest.

5

And His that gentle voice we hear,
Soft as the breath of even,
That checks each fault,
that calms each fear,
And speaks of heaven.

6

And every virtue we possess,
And every victory won,
And every thought of holiness,
Are His alone.

7

Spirit of purity and grace,
Our weakness pitying see;
O make our hearts
Thy dwelling place,
And worthier Thee.

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "Our blest Redeemer"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #191 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 7 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: 8.6.8.4.
Stanza Structure: 7 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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