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Written in 1855 by Joseph Scriven, this hymn was born from profound tragedy. Scriven, an Irishman living in Ontario, penned the poem to comfort his mother during a time of sorrow. He understood grief intimately, having lost two fiancées to untimely deaths. Originally published anonymously, the lyrics emphasize the accessibility of divine comfort, casting Jesus as a burden-bearer rather than a distant judge. The meaning centres on the transformative power of prayer, encouraging believers to "take it to the Lord" instead of carrying anxiety alone—a message of constant companionship.
• 50% cotton, 50% polyester
• Fabric weight: 5.5 oz./yd.² (186 g/m²)
• DryBlend® moisture-management fabric
• Modern classic fit
• Rib collar in classic width
• Taped neck and shoulders for comfort and durability
• Tear-away label for 0 chafing
• Blank product sourced from Honduras
What a Friend we have in Jesus
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• 50% cotton, 50% polyester
• Fabric weight: 5.5 oz./yd.² (186 g/m²)
• DryBlend® moisture-management fabric
• Modern classic fit
• Rib collar in classic width
• Taped neck and shoulders for comfort and durability
• Tear-away label for 0 chafing
• Blank product sourced from Honduras