What key, meter and tempo is How can I ever stay away (Hymn 471) composed in?

How can I ever stay away (Hymn 471) by S. Chandler is composed in the key of B Major, set to 3/2 time signature, with an authentic performance tempo of 88 BPM.

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This arrangement is rated at an Beginner level, featuring authentic harmony across approximately 32 measures.

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How can I ever stay away (Hymn 471)

Artist / Composer: S. Chandler

Key B Major

Meter 3/2

Tempo 88 BPM

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Verse 1: How can I ever stay away And grieve Thy Spirit all the day While Thou dost wait for me? I now am willing to return, And wait no longer, for I yearn Henceforth to follow Thee. Verse 2: I offer now without reserve All that I am and all I have Thy purpose to fulfill. Oh, may the Lord accept and keep, That henceforth I may only seek To do the Father's will. Verse 3: When I look back, what grief and shame That I've brought none to trust Thy name, Thy word I've locked within. Oh, may the Lord anointing give And richly through my being live, That I may speak of Him. Verse 4: My gracious Lord has giv'n much grace, Exceeding e'en a friend my place; I fain would be His bride. I'd share His life and suffer loss, Accepting willingly the cross, With Him identified.

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How can I ever stay away (Classic Hymn #471) is a cherished standard of sacred Christian hymnody, classified under Consecration (Returning to the Lord). Featuring lyric poetry by Witness Lee and musical setting by S. Chandler, this arrangement is composed in B Major (3/2 time, 8.8.6.8.8.6.). Perfectly suited for Sunday worship preludes, offertories, choral anthems, and home devotional practice.

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