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Cheer Thee, Sad Soul
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Cheer Thee, Sad Soul by Thomas Hastings — Lyrics
God is near thee, therefore cheer thee,
Sad soul!
He'll defend thee
When around thee Billows roll.
Calm thy sadness, look in gladness
On high!
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About Cheer Thee, Sad Soul
Thomas Hastings' Cheer Thee, Sad Soul offers a message of comfort and divine protection. The text paints a picture of a weary pilgrim, encouraging them to find solace by looking to God. It draws a parallel with the seabird, reminding the singer that just as God watches over the creature of the air, so too will He defend and attend to the soul in distress. This SATB arrangement of the English hymn emphasizes the assurance of divine presence and aid, even when faced with life's surrounding storms and weariness. It is a sacred piece designed to uplift and inspire faith.
