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HYMN #0531 SSS #531 • SS&S Meter: P.M. Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #531: In the shadow of the Rock

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

1
In the shadow of the Rock
Let me rest, let me rest,
When I feel the tempest shock
Thrill my breast, thrill my breast;
All in vain the storm shall sweep,
While I hide, while I hide,
And my tranquil station keep,
By Thy side.
O my Saviour, blessed Rock!
Let me hide, let me hide;
And for ever in Thy cleft Safe abide.
Till the storms of life are past,
With their cold and chilly blast,
And I’m anchored safe at last,
By Thy side!
2
On the parched and desert way,
Where I tread, where I tread,
With the scorching noontide ray
O’er my head, o’er my head;
Let me find a welcome shade,
Cool and still, cool and still,
And my weary steps be stayed,
While I will.
3
I in peace will rest me there
Till I see, till I see
That the skies again are fair
Over me, over me;
That the burning heat is past,
And the day, and the day
Bids the traveller go at last
On his way.
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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "In the shadow of the Rock"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #531 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: P.M.
  • 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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