Scripture Verse

Depart in peace. James 2:16

Introduction

Words: Sa­rah F. Adams, in Hymns and An­thems, by Will­iam John­son Fox (Lon­don: Charles Fox,1841), num­ber 82.

Music: Be­a­trice Will­iam W. Coe, 1895 (🔊 pdf nwc).

Alternate Tune:

If you know where to get a good pho­to of Coe (head & shoul­ders, at least 200×300 pix­els),

portrait
Sarah F. Adams
1805–1848

Lyrics

Part in peace! is day before us?
Praise His name for life and light;
Are the shadows lengthening o’er us?
Bless His care who guards the night.

Part in peace! with deep thanksgiving,
Rendering, as we homeward tread,
Gracious service to the living,
Tranquil memory to the dead.

Part in peace! such are the praises
God our Maker loveth best;
Such the worship that upraises
Human hearts to heavenly rest.