96. The Word of God, our Heritage

1 The word of God, our heritage,
Our children shall inherit;
May we throughout life's pilgrimage
Obey it and revere it!
'Tis light upon our way,
In death as life our stay;
O God, from age to age,
Preserve our heritage
Throughout all generations.

Text Information
First Line: The word of God, our heritage
Title: The Word of God, our Heritage
Translator: C. Doving (1912)
Author: N. F. S. Grundtvig (1817)
Language: English
Publication Date: 1918
Topic: Church Festivals: Reformation; The Word; Childhood (1 more...)
Notes: Public Domain.
Tune Information
Name: EIN FESTE BURG
Notes: Public Domain.



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