Oh! for a closer walk with god, a calm and heav'nly frame; a light to shine upon the road that leads me to the lamb

Oh! for a closer walk with god, a calm and heav'nly frame; a light to shine upon the road that leads me to the lamb

William Cowper was an English poet and hymnodist who lived during the 18th century. He is best known for his hymn "Oh! for a closer walk with God," which reflects his deep faith and desire for a closer relationship with the divine. Cowper struggled with mental illness throughout his life, and his poetry often reflects his inner turmoil and longing for peace and comfort.