I cannot breathe enough of Thee,

William Spencer Walton (1850-1906)

6 Verses Intimacy With Christ Joyful Worship

Verse 1

I cannot breathe enough of Thee, O gentle breeze of love; More fragrant than the myrtle tree The +Henna-flower is to me, The Balm of Heaven above.

Verse 2

I cannot gaze enough on Thee, Thou Fairest of the Fair; My heart is filled with ecstasy, As in Thy face of radiancy I see such beauty there.

Verse 3

I cannot yield enough to Thee, My Savior, Master, Friend; I do not wish to go out free, But ever, always, willingly, To serve Thee to the end.

Verse 4

I cannot sing enough of Thee, The sweetest name on earth; A note so full of melody Comes from my heart so joyously, And fills my soul with mirth.

Verse 5

I cannot speak enough of Thee, I have so much to tell; Thy heart it beats so tenderly As Thou dost draw me close to Thee, And whisper, " All is well."

End-note

+Henna - An Old World plant, prized for its fragrant yellow and white flowers. (Song of Sol. 1:14, A. S. V)

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