Oh, spread the tidings ’round, wherever man is found,
Wherever human hearts and human woes abound;
Let every Christian tongue proclaim the joyful sound:
The Comforter has come!

Refrain:
The Comforter has come, the Comforter has come!
The Holy Ghost from Heav’n, the Father’s promise giv’n;
Oh, spread the tidings ’round, wherever man is found—
The Comforter has come!

The long, long night is past, the morning breaks at last,
And hushed the dreadful wail and fury of the blast,
As o’er the golden hills the day advances fast!
The Comforter has come!

Lo, the great King of kings, with healing in His wings,
To every captive soul a full deliv’rance brings;
And through the vacant cells the song of triumph rings;
The Comforter has come!

O boundless love divine! How shall this tongue of mine
To wond’ring mortals tell the matchless grace divine—
That I, a child of hell, should in His image shine!
The Comforter has come!

Sing till the echoes fly above the vaulted sky,
And all the saints above to all below reply,
In strains of endless love, the song that ne’er will die:
The Comforter has come!

"Oh, Spread the Tidings 'Round" is a Christian hymn written by John Fawcett, a Baptist pastor and hymn writer, in the 18th century. Fawcett was born on January 6, 1740, in Yorkshire, England, and he served as a pastor in Wainsgate, Hebden Bridge. The hymn was originally titled "The Gospel Preacher" and was inspired by Fawcett's own experiences.

The hymn emphasizes the importance of spreading the gospel message and the work of the Holy Spirit in the world. It's a call to evangelism and sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. The hymn also reflects the joy and gratitude believers feel for the grace of God.

The lyrics have gone through some variations over the years, but the overall message remains consistent. It is often sung in Christian worship services and is considered a hymn of encouragement and mission.

John Fawcett wrote this hymn based on his personal experience. Legend has it that he was offered a more lucrative position in the ministry, and he and his wife were considering leaving their small, loving congregation. However, after a tearful farewell service, they decided to stay. This hymn is said to have been written in response to that emotional and providential moment.

The hymn has been included in various hymnals and is sung in many Christian denominations. It continues to be a beloved hymn that encourages believers to share the message of God's love and salvation with others.

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