HYMN #0421 SSS #421 • SS&S Meter: L.M. Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #421: Wouldst thou, O weary

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

1

Wouldst thou, O weary soul, be blest?
In Christ the Lord thy Saviour see;
His grace alone can give thee rest,
And lo! He calleth, "Come to Me!"
Oh, come to Me! ... Oh, come to Me! ...
The Saviour calleth, "Come to Me! ...
Ye heavy la den, come to Me, ...
And I will give you rest."

2

He does not wait for greater worth,
Or more of holiness in thee;
He brings good news to all the earth,
And still He calleth, "Come to Me!"

3

Hast thou not sinned ten thousand times?
His pardoning grace will set thee free;
Count unbelief the worst of crimes,
And trust thy Saviour’s" Come to Me!"

4

Eternal life is in His Word,
He asks thee now His child to be;
No sweeter sound was ever heard
Than His most gracious" Come to Me!"

5

Be this thine answer now, and here:
"Since Thou hast kindly called for me,
Thy tender love dispels my fear;
I come. I come O Lord, to Thee!

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "Wouldst thou, O weary"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #421 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 5 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: L.M.
Stanza Structure: 5 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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