HYMN #0370 A&M #370 • Ancient & Modern Meter: 8.8.8.8.8.8 Hymns Ancient & Modern (638)

A&M Hymn #370: Eternal Father, strong to save

Complete lyrics, stanzas, and pipe organ accompaniment • Hymns Ancient & Modern

Orlg. Ed.
Ji0r t^ose af Bm.
'These men see the works of the Lord, and His wonders in the deep.'
"FITERNAL Father, strong to save,
Vk Whose arm hath bound the restless wave,
Who bidd'st the mighty ocean deep

Its own appointed limits keep ;
0 hear us (cr) when we cry to Thee
For those in peril on the sea.
0 Christ, Whose voice the waters heard
And hush'd their raging at Thy word,
Who walkedst on the foaming deep,

And calm amid the storm didst sleep ;
0 hear us (cr) when we cry to Thee
For those in peril on the sea.
0 Holt Spie-it, Who didst brood
Upon the waters dark and rude,
And bid their angry tumult cease,

And give, for wild confusion, (p) peace ;
0 hear us (cr) when we cry to Thee
For those in peril on the sea.
Our brethren shield in danger's hour ;
From rock and tempest, fire and foe,
Protect them wheresoe'er they go ;

Thus evermore shall rise to Thee
Glad hymns of praise from land and sea.
A - men.

Amen.

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "Eternal Father, strong to save"

Collection: Hymns Ancient & Modern

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is designated as Hymn #370 in the venerable Hymns Ancient & Modern (1889 Standard Edition). Originally compiled under the guidance of the Rev. Sir Henry Williams Baker and a committee of dedicated church musicians, this hymnal harmonized historic Latin, Greek, and German hymnody with classical English psalmody.

It has served as a primary liturgical hymnal for the Church of England and the worldwide Anglican and Episcopal communion for generations, renowned for its doctrinal clarity and reverent choral tradition.

🕊️ Devotional Themes & Reflection

Composed of 6 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: 8.8.8.8.8.8
Stanza Structure: 6 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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