Harbor Farewell by Samuel Reed in the Key of G#

A hymn offering farewell and blessing for sailors migrants and harbor workers as they depart for sea or new lands. It traces pastoral rituals of blessing and sending that accompanied voyages and migrations across centuries.

Opening line of Harbor Farewell: May the tide carry you safely and the bell bring you home to peace.

Closing line of Harbor Farewell: Send us to bless the departing and to welcome the returning with open hands and steady hearts.

Bible Verses Related to Harbor Farewell: Psalm 107:23-31 | Matthew 28:20

Thoughts about Harbor Farewell: This hymn reflects on rituals of blessing and sending that accompanied voyages and migrations noting how chapels and communities prayed for safe passage and advocated for humane treatment of migrants. Devotionally it calls congregations to practice blessing and hospitality to sustain those who travel and to support families left behind.

Thoughts about Harbor Farewell by famous people:

Captain Ellis | May the tide bring rest and the bell bring peace