HYMN #0714 SSS #714 • SS&S Meter: 8.8.8.6.8.6. Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #714: (\ ACHING heart

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

1

O aching heart, with sorrow torn,
Thy Lord is near and knows!
He knows it all—the feet way-worn,
The weary cares and woes,
The load of grief in anguish borne,
Thy Lord is near: ... He knows.
He knows, . . He knows; . .
Thy Lord is near: He knows.

2

O fainting soul, with doubts oppressed,
Thy Lord is near and knows!
He knows it all—how thou art pressed
On every side with foes,
He waits to be thy cherished Guest;
Thy Lord is near: ... He knows.

3

O weary head, that fain would rest,
Thy Lord is near and knows!
He knows it all, and on His breast
Thou raayest now repose;
Drop every care at His behest;
Thy Lord is near: He knows.

4

O lonely one, live thou thy best,
Thy Lord is near and knows!
He knows it all, sees every test—
Yes, every tear that flows:
Rejoice, faint heart, His way is best;
Thy Lord is near: He knows.

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "(\ ACHING heart"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #714 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 4 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: 8.8.8.6.8.6.
Stanza Structure: 4 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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