The Psalms and Hymns of Isaac Watts - Enhanced Version

by Isaac Watts

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1806 Excerpt: ...can seize thy foes as soon Thro' midnight-shades as hlazing noon. t2 Midnight and noon in this agree. Great God, they're hoth alike to thee; Not death can hide what God will spy, And hell lies naked to his eye. t3 " O may these thonghts possess my hreast, "Wheree'er I rove, where-e'er I real! "Nor let my weaker passions dnre "Consent to sin, for God is there." PSALM CXXXIX. Second Part. (X. MJ The wonderfnl Formation of Man. I 'T'WAS from thy hand, my God, I came, J-A work of snch a cnrions frame; In me thy tearfal wonders shine, And each proclaims thy skill divine. t Thine eyes did all my limhs snrvey, Which yet in dark confnsion lay; Thon saw'st the daily growth they tost, Form'd hy the model of thy hook. 3 By thee my growing parts were nam'd, And what thy sovereign connsels mtm'd, (The hreathing lnngs, the heating heart Was copy'd with nnerring art. 4 At last to shew my Maker's natoe, "e God stamiul his image on my frame. And in some nnknown momentjojau' The flnish'd memhers to the rnmd. 5 There the yoang seeds of thonght begaft. And all the pass;ons of the man: Great God, onr infant natnre pays Immortal trihate to thy praise. PAUSE. 6 Lord, since in my advancing age I've acted on life's hasy stage. Thy thonghts of love to me snrmonnt The power of nnmhers to recoant. T l conld snrvey the ocean o'er. And connt each sand that makes the shore, Before my swiftest thonghts coald trace The nnmerons wonders "of thy grace. S These on my heart are still imprest, With these I give my eyes to rest; And at my waking hoar I mid God and his love possess my mind. PSALM CXXXIX. Third Part. (L. M.) Sincerity professed, and Grace tried. t VfY God! wliilt "award grief I feel When impioas men transgress thy will! I monrn to hear their...

Genres: Poetry, Christian, Nonfiction, Spirituality, Music

600 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1997

About the author

Isaac Watts was an English hymnwriter, theologian and logician. A prolific and popular hymnwriter, he was recognised as the "Father of English Hymnody", credited with some 650 hymns. Many of his hymns remain in use today, and have been translated into many languages.

Watts was the author of a text book on logic which was particularly popular; its full title was, Logic, or The Right Use of Reason in the Enquiry After Truth With a Variety of Rules to Guard Against Error in the Affairs of Religion and Human Life, as well as in the Sciences. This was first published in 1724, and its popularity ensured that it went through twenty editions. Isaac Watts' Logic became the standard text on logic at Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard and Yale; being used at Oxford University for well over 100 years.
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Reviews

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book enriches my devotion time incredibly. Dr. Watts had a way with words that few else ever have. He is responsible for timeless, beautiful God-glorifying hymns such as: Joy to the World, Jesus Shall Reign, Alas and Did My Savior Bleed, When I Survey the Wonderous Cross, and many more. This hymnal contains 650 of his hymns, each one with precious gospel truth. What I love about Dr. Watts, was that he was not an ivory tower lyric writer, but a pastor writing for his congregation. Each Sunday, Dr. Watts would preach to his people, and prepare a hymn based on the same text he would preach from. After his sermon, he would lead his people in singing the hymn. What a pastor! Read these delightful, poetic reflections on our Triune God, from a pastor who loved Christ' church.

[Seth Meyers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Words painted together in the most unlooked for yet pleasing combinations inspiring faith in Christ are the start and finish of this collection of poems.

Second reading. Book of the Year 2016

[Jeremiah · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book makes me abound in worship for God everytime I read selections. I know it's not everyone's "cup of tea," but I think Watts is a genius. I rarely get on my knees and worship during my quiet times with God, but this book gets me there often. I just sit and let the words sink in....ah!

[Emily · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has been and will continue to be one of the best devotionals I've ever read. I love hymns. I love the picture of God and humanity that can be seen through the poetic paintings of a good hymnal.

[A. Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I find Watts' thoughts and word use a refreshing add on to my AM prayer time.