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12. He Gave Me Beauty for Ashes

Text Information
First Line: He gave me beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning
Title: He Gave Me Beauty for Ashes
Language: English
Publication Date: 1982
Scripture:
Topic: Worship and Rejoicing
Copyright: Arr. © 1977 by Lillenas Publishing Co.
Notes: Adapted from Scripture
Tune Information
Name: [He gave me beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning]
Composer: Unknown
Arranger: Tom Fettke
Key: F Major or modal
Copyright: Arr. © 1977 by Lillenas Publishing Co.



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