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Mizpah

E. E. Hewitt • English

Primary Scripture: Genesis 31:49

Verse 1

Let us ask the precious Saviour To go with us while we part, For His presence in life’s journey Peace and comfort will impart.

Chorus

Long our hallowed pray’r will linger, Mingling with sweet melody; Be our wish at parting, “Mizpah,” May the Lord keep watch over you and me.

Verse 2

Know we not what changes wait us, But we know our mighty Guide, Safe are we in His dear keeping, Happy, when He walks beside.

Chorus

Long our hallowed pray’r will linger, Mingling with sweet melody; Be our wish at parting, “Mizpah,” May the Lord keep watch over you and me.

Verse 3

In His tender hands entrusting Ev’ry link in love’s bright chain; ‘Tis a blessed hope that whispers, Surely we shall meet again.

Chorus

Long our hallowed pray’r will linger, Mingling with sweet melody; Be our wish at parting, “Mizpah,” May the Lord keep watch over you and me.

Verse 4

Meet again, no more to sever, In the “beautiful beyond,” Where the love of our Redeemer Is the strongest, sweetest bond.

Chorus

Long our hallowed pray’r will linger, Mingling with sweet melody; Be our wish at parting, “Mizpah,” May the Lord keep watch over you and me.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • genesis 31:49