Precious Lord Take My Hand (The lyrics for the gospel song "Precious Lord, Take My Hand" were written by Thomas A. Dorsey. The music was adapted from a hymn tune called "Maitland," originally composed by George N. Allen) Precious Lord, take my hand, Lead me on, let me stand, I am tired, I am weak, I am worn; Through the storm, through the night, Lead me on to the light: Refrain Take my hand, precious Lord, Lead me home. When my way grows drear, Precious Lord, linger near, When my life is almost