HYMN #0055 SSS #55 • SS&S Meter: P.M. Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #55: She only touched

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

1

She only touched the hem of
His garment
As to His side she stole,
Amid the crowd that gathered
around Him;
And straightway she was whole.
Oh, touch the hem of His garment!
And thou, too, shalt be free;
His saving power this very hour
Shall give new life to thee!

2

She came in fear and trembling
before Him,
She knew her Lord had come;
She felt that from Him virtue had
healed her;
The mighty deed was done.

3

He turned with" Daughter, be of
good comfort,
Thy faith hath made thee whole!"
And peace that passeth all
understanding
With gladness filled her soul.

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "She only touched"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #55 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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