Indexes for The Sacred Harp, 1991 Edition
340 Odem (Second)
Tune: T. J. Denson, 1935
Words: James Rowe, 1915
Meter: Common Meter (8,6,8,6)
Wonderful things of men are said,
When they have passed away;
Flowers adorn the narrow bed
Over the lifeless clay.
Chorus:
Give me the roses while I live,
Something to cheer me on,
Useless the flowers you may give,
After the soul is gone.
Life is the time for words of praise,
Hands clasp with friendly smile,
Blessings to cheer a pilgrim’s days,
Are always well worthwhile.
(Chorus)
When they have passed away;
Flowers adorn the narrow bed
Over the lifeless clay.
Chorus:
Give me the roses while I live,
Something to cheer me on,
Useless the flowers you may give,
After the soul is gone.
Life is the time for words of praise,
Hands clasp with friendly smile,
Blessings to cheer a pilgrim’s days,
Are always well worthwhile.
(Chorus)