Speak Gently
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- Composer:
- Peter B. Allen
- Lyricist:
- David Bates
- Song Duration:
- 02:53
Sample
Christian Science Hymn 316 arranged in “Americana” harmonies. Theme of gentleness, forgiveness, patience. Each verse is alternated with a short piano interlude. Lyrical and satisfying.
Lyrics
Speak Gently
Words: David Bates
Speak gently, it is better far
To rule by love than fear;
Speak gently, let no harsh word mar
The good we may do here.
Speak gently to the erring ones,
They must have toiled in vain;
Perchance unkindness made them so;
O win them back again.
Speak gently, ‘tis a little thing,
Dropped in the heart’s deep well;
The good, the joy that it may bring,
Eternity shall tell.
Words used courtesy of the Mary Baker Eddy Collection