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More than 5000 entries on the history, culture and life of Britain (published in 1993 by Macmillan, now out of print)
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Eternal Father strong to save
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(1860)
Hymn with words by William Whiting (1825–78) which, in a seafaring nation, rapidly became a favourite. It is known as the navy's hymn, with the tune of its refrain rising and falling like a wave: O hear us when we cry to Thee
For those in peril on the sea.
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