004 - Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven

004 – Praise, my soul, the King of heaven;

To His feet thy tribute bring.

Ransomed, healed, restored, forgiven,

Who like thee His praise should sing?

Praise Him, praise Him, Alleluia,

Praise the everlasting King.

Praise Him for His grace and favor

To our fathers in distress.

Praise Him, still the same forever,

Slow to chide and swift to bless;

Praise Him, praise Him, Alleluia,

Glorious in His faithfulness.

Tenderly He shields and spares us;

Well our feeble frame He knows.

In His hands He gently bears us,

Rescues us from all our foes.

Praise Him, praise Him, Alleluia,

Widely as His mercy flows.

Angels, help us to adore Him:

Ye behold Him face to face;

Sun and moon, bow down before Him:

Dwellers all in time and space.

Praise Him, praise Him, Alleluia,

Praise with us the God of grace.

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Hymnal History & The Story Behind the Hymn

Henry Francis Lyte was a man intimately acquainted with physical frailty, yet his spirit soared when contemplating the majesty of God. In 1834, drawing rich inspiration from Psalm 103, he penned “Praise, my soul, the King of heaven.” The lyric moves seamlessly from grand cosmic awe—paying homage to the King of the universe—to tender, deeply personal devotion, praising God for His fatherly pity and gentleness toward our human frailties.

When the 1985 Seventh-day Adventist Hymnal committee curated the opening section on “Adoration and Praise,” they deliberately placed this masterpiece as number 004. Following the opening doxologies, it serves a critical liturgical purpose: it immediately transitions the congregation from acknowledging God’s existence to actively engaging in heartfelt, reverent worship, anchoring the believer’s mind in the enduring faithfulness of God.

SDA Hymnal 004

Major Song Key- D

Hymn Information

Hymn Number	SDA Hymnal 004
Topic	Adoration and Praise
Author	Henry Francis Lyte (1793–1847)
Tune Name	John Goss / Lauda Anima
Key	D Major

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary theme of SDA Hymnal 004?

The central theme is God’s unchanging faithfulness, mercy, and compassion contrasted with human frailty. It draws heavily from Psalm 103, inviting the entire creation—and our individual souls—to praise a King who heals, forgives, and rescues.

Who wrote the original text for “Praise, my soul, the King of heaven”?

The lyrics were written by Henry Francis Lyte, an Anglican minister, in 1834. Despite living with chronic illness, Lyte channelled his profound trust in God into hymns that have comforted generations.

In what section of the SDA Hymnal is this song located, and when is it typically sung?

It is found in the opening “Adoration and Praise” section. Congregations typically sing it during the Call to Worship or as the opening congregational hymn to establish an atmosphere of holy reverence at the start of the Sabbath service.

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