Precious Lord, Take My Hand (Take My Hand, Precious Lord)

by Thomas A. Dorsey

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Pre cious Lord,

take my (G7)hand,

lead me (C)on,

let me stand.

I am (G)tired,

I am (Em7)weak,

I am (Am7)worn.

Through the (G)storm,

through the (G7)night,

lead me (C)on

to the light.

Take my (G)hand

(Em)pre cious (G)Lord,

(D7)lead me (G)home.

When my

way

grows ap (G7)drear,

pre cious (C)Lord,

lin ger near.

When my (G)life

is (Em7)al

most (Am7)gone,

hear my (G)cry

hear my (G7)call,

hold my (C)hand

lest I fall.

Take my (G)hand,

(Em)pre cious (D7)Lord,

lead me (C)home.

Pre cious Lord,

take my (G7)hand,

lead me (C)on,

let me stand.

I am (G)tired,

I am (Em7)weak,

I am (Am7)worn.

Through the (G)storm,

through the (G7)night,

lead me (C)on

to the light.

Take my (G)hand

(Em)pre cious (G)Lord,

(D7)lead me (G)home.

When the

dark

ness ap (G7)pears

and the (C)night

draws ger near,

and the (G)day

is (Em7)past

and (Am7)gone,

at the (G)riv

er I (G7)stand,

guide my (C)feet,

hold my hand,

take my (G)hand,

(Em)pre cious (D7)Lord,

lead me (C)home.

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Precious Lord, Take My Hand (Take My Hand, Precious Lord) by Thomas A. Dorsey — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Precious Lord, Take My Hand (Take My Hand, Precious Lord)” by Thomas A. Dorsey in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of G at 70 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
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Frequently asked questions

Is "Precious Lord, Take My Hand (Take My Hand, Precious Lord)" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Precious Lord, Take My Hand (Take My Hand, Precious Lord)"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.