Holy Bible, book divine
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[C] Holy Bible, book divine,
[F] Precious treasure, thou art mine;
[C] Mine, to tell me whence I came,
[G] Mine, to teach me what I am.
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[C] Mine, to chide me when I rove;
[F] Mine, to show a Saviour's love;
[C] Mine art thou to guide my feet;
[G] Mine, to judge, condemn, acquit.
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[C] Mine, to comfort in distress,
[F] If the Holy Spirit bless;
[C] Mine, to show by living faith
[G] Man can triumph over death.
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[C] Mine, to tell of joys to come,
[F] Light and life beyond the tomb;
[C] Holy Bible, book divine,
[G] Precious treasure, thou art mine.
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Holy Bible, book divine,
Precious treasure, thou art mine;
Mine, to tell me whence I came,
Mine, to teach me what I am.
Mine, to chide me when I rove;
Mine, to show a Saviour's love;
Mine art thou to guide my feet;
Mine, to judge, condemn, acquit.
Mine, to comfort in distress,
If the Holy Spirit bless;
Mine, to show by living faith
Man can triumph over death.
Mine, to tell of joys to come,
Light and life beyond the tomb;
Holy Bible, book divine,
Precious treasure, thou art mine.
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About This Hymn
âHoly Bible, Book Divineâ is a Christian hymn that reflects deep reverence for Scripture as Godâs revealed word and guide for faith and life. It is commonly attributed to John Burton, an English layman and educator associated with early nineteenth-century evangelical circles, though details about its exact date of composition and first publication are not entirely certain. The hymn emerged in a period when Bible societies, literacy, and family devotions were being strongly promoted in Britain and beyond. Its simple, affectionate language suggests it was intended not only for congregational singing but also for use in homes and schools, helping believersâespecially childrenâdevelop love and trust in the Bible. Each stanza emphasizes the Scriptures as a source of truth, wisdom, comfort, and salvation, echoing Protestant convictions about the authority and sufficiency of the Bible. Over time, the hymn has been included in various hymnals and continues to be sung as a concise confession of faith in Godâs written word.