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A hymn by Isaac Watts based on Psalm 90, expressing trust in God's eternal power and protection. Find lyrics, music, history, scripture references, and more on Hymnary.org.
- Isaac Watts (1719)
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- O God, our help in ages past
- O God, Our Help in Ages Past
O God, our help in ages past, Our hope for years to come, Our shelter from the stormy blast, And our eternal home. Under the shadow of Thy throne. Thy saints have dwelt secure; Sufficient is Thine arm alone, And our defense is sure. Before the hills in order stood, Or earth received her frame, From everlasting Thou art God,
A hymn by Isaac Watts based on Psalm 90, expressing trust in God's eternal power and faithfulness. Read the lyrics, listen to the tune, and see the comments from people who have been inspired by this hymn.
"Our God, Our Help in Ages Past" is a hymn by Isaac Watts in 1708 that paraphrases the 90th Psalm of the Book of Psalms. It originally consisted of nine stanzas; however, in present usage the fourth, sixth, and eighth stanzas are commonly omitted to leave a total of six (Methodist books also include the original sixth stanza to leave a total of ...
- 1708
- "St. Anne" by William Croft
A hymn written by Isaac Watts and paraphrasing the 90th Psalm of the Book of Psalms. It expresses the hope and trust in God's protection, provision and presence in the past, present and future. Learn the lyrics, story and music videos of this popular hymn.
1 O God, our help in ages past, Our hope for years to come, Our shelter from the stormy blast, And our eternal home: 2 Under the shadow of Thy throne Thy saints have dwelt secure; Sufficient is Thine arm alone, And our defense is sure. 3 Before the hills in order stood Or earth received her frame, From everlasting Thou art God, To endless years ...
O God, Our Help In Ages Past. Listen [ Mp3 ] Read [ Lyrics | Sheet Music ] Facts: Lyricist: Isaac Watts. Lyrics Date: 1719. Key: C. Theme: Guidance in Pilgrimage. Composer: William Croft. Music Date: 1678-1727. Tune: ST. ANNE. Meter: C.M. Scripture: Psalm 90:1. Devotional: