He later became an abolitionist, as well as a clergyman, working alongside William Wilberforce to abolish the slave trade, which finally happened in 1807 just before his death. As a result he started questioning his role in the slave trade, and studying Christianity. Although he remained a captain until 1754-5, his conversion to the Christian faith began in 1748 when a violent storm battered his ship, causing him to ask God for mercy.

When he left the navy atheist Newton became involved with the slave trade as a ship captain. What are the lyrics to the hymn, 'Amazing Grace'?Īmazing grace, how sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me I once was lost, but now I am found Was blind, but now I see * 'Twas grace that taught my heart to fear And grace my fears relieved How precious did that grace appear The hour I first believed * Through many dangers, toils and snares We have already come 'Twas grace has brought us safe thus far And grace will lead us home * When we've been there ten thousand years Bright, shining as the sun We've no less days to sing God's praise Than when we've first begun * Amazing grace, how sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me I once was lost, but now I am found Was blind, but now I see Who was John Newton? Amazing grace How sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me (Alternate text: and set me free) I once was lost, but now am found, Was blind but now I see. Gospel music: what it is, how it evolved and some of the best gospel performers to listen to.What's the difference between a Christmas carol and a hymn?.Six of the best choral arrangements of spirituals.

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