PREFACE.

THIS HYMN-BOOK is designed both for general use and for Sabbath Schools. In compiling it, both objects have been carefully kept in view, so that "young men and maidens, old men and children," may use it in praising the name of the Lord.

The HYMNS have been drawn together from a great variety of sources, both ancient and modern, and no small pains have been taken to render the selection both choice and complete. While all the well-known favourites have been retained, a large number have been added hitherto but little known.

"Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms, and hymns, and spiritual songs; singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord."