Hymn 484 – OH Lord harken to the barren Like Thou hark unto Hannah Let | C&S English Hymnary

1. OH Lord harken to the barren Like Thou hark unto Hannah Let not our faith be put to shame We Thine faithful ones below. Chorus: Harken to me (2ce) That I may not ever grief. 2. Thou who harkened to Eliz'beth Amidst haters and mockers Birth of John to her a succour Saying weep not child again. Chorus: Give me succor (2ce) Before all my enemies. 3. Remember Thine promise of old And Thy blessing to Noah Be ye fruitful and multiply On the surface of the earth. Chorus: Harken to me (2ce) Thou my Benevolent King. 4. Thou who nay the goat be barren, Nay flying birds of the sky Be merciful to Thine image Bless and fertilize my womb. Chorus: Fertilize me (2ce) Oh God of my destiny. 5. When l deeply contemplated l admit, Guilty I am The canal path I have trodden Tribulations there I earn. Chorus: Forgive me Lord (2ce) Thou most gracious God divine AMEN