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I've a Home Beyond the River

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Source: Praise! Our Songs and Hymns #462
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Author: John W. Peterson

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First Line: O the blessed contemplation
Title: I've a Home Beyond the River
Author: John W. Peterson (1958)
Language: English
Refrain First Line: I've a home beyond the river
Copyright: © 1958, renewal, 1986 John W. Peterson Music Co.; You may download one copy of this song for your own personal use. To make copies or to perform the work you must get permission from John W. Peterson Music Co. or through your license with Christian Copyright Licensing International (CCLI).

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