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Eternal Father, Strong to Save" is a British hymn traditionally associated with seafarers, particularly in the maritime armed services. Written in 1860, its author, William Whiting , was inspired by the dangers of the sea described in Psalm 107 .
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Whiting is best known for "Eternal Father, Strong to Save". [3] It is used by the Royal Navy for church services and was adopted by the United States Naval Academy, and so is often called "The Navy Hymn". [4] He also published two poetry collections: Rural Thoughts (1851) [3] Edgar Thorpe, or the Warfare of Life (1867) [2]
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Eternal Father may refer to: Eternal Father, synonym of God the Father; Eternal Father, Strong to Save, hymn This page was last edited on 28 ...
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"Melita": Eternal Father, strong to save, William Whiting, noted as used "at the funerals of dignitaries and at the launching of ships"; [56] "Nicaea": Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty written by Reginald Heber. The tune is similar to "Trinity" by John Hopkins, in 1850 used likewise for Heber's hymn.; [53] [57]