I may not know the reason why
Dark clouds so often veil the sky,
But though my sea be smooth or rough,
The Lord knows why, and that’s enough.

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O yes, He knows, the Lord knows why
These things are ordered from on high;
And though dark clouds may hide the sun,
The Lord knows why—His will be done.

I may not know why I am led
So often in the paths I dread,
But, trusting Him, I’ll press my way;
The Lord knows why—I will obey.

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I may not know why death should come
To take the dear ones from my home,
But, though mine eyes with tears be dim,
The Lord knows why—I’ll trust in Him.

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So, though I may not understand
The leadings of my Father’s hand,
I know to all He has the key—
He understands each mystery.

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