Eternal Father, Strong to Save a.k.a., Navy Hymn

"Eternal Father, Strong to Save" by John Bacchus Dykes is a reverent hymn, famously known as the "Navy Hymn," crafted in the late 1800s. This powerful musical composition functions as a touching plea for the well-being of sailors and all who navigate the seas, highlighting the strong themes of faith and heavenly safeguarding. The heartfelt lyrics speak to God, asking for the safety of those at sea, linking belief with the inherent risks of ocean travel, expressing not only the challenges faced by mariners but also fostering hope and reassurance through the power of prayer making it a moving homage to naval personnel, further cementing its place in cultural memory, exemplified by its inclusion in productions.