Elvis Presley – Take My Hand, Precious Lord Lyrics - Genius
The song was composed in 1932 by , known as the "father of modern gospel music". Dorsey wrote the lyrics during a time of immense personal tragedy following the deaths of his wife, Nettie Harper, and their newborn son during childbirth.
The lyrics are a raw plea for divine guidance through "the storm" and "the night," reflecting Dorsey’s inconsolable grief and ultimate reliance on faith.