When was ‘Guide me, O thou great Redeemer’ written, and by whom? We explore the Welsh hymn’s origins, meaning, and lyrics. The beloved 18th-century Welsh hymn ‘Guide me, O thou great Redeemer’ (also ...

In sweet, mournful harmony they sang: “Guide me, O Thou great Redeemer, Pilgrim through this barren land. …” For generations Welsh miners had gone to the pits singing the same hymn.

A VISIBLY emotional Prince Harry appeared to wipe away a tear as Princess Diana's favourite hymn was played during his wedding yesterday. The couple chose Guide Me, O Thou Great Redeemer as one of ...

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