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In The Garden

By Dolly Parton

2,202 views Jul 3, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Dolly Parton's rendition of 'In the Garden' is a classic hymn that describes a personal, intimate encounter with Jesus in a garden setting. The lyrics convey a sense of peaceful communion, where the singer hears God's voice and experiences joy in His presence. The song emphasizes the relationship between the believer and Christ, highlighting the comfort and assurance of being His own. It reflects on the sweetness of God's voice and the desire to remain in that sacred space, yet acknowledges the call to go forth into the world. This hymn is rooted in the Christian experience of prayer and devotion.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

I come to the garden alone

While the dew is still on the roses

And the voice I hear, falling on my ear

The Son of God discloses


And He walks with me

And He talks with me

And He tells me I am His own

And the joy we share as we tarry there

None other has ever known


He speaks and the sound of His voice

Is so sweet the birds hush their singing

And the melody that He gave to me

Within my heart is ringing


And He walks with me

And He talks with me

And He tells me I am His own

And the joy we share as we tarry there

None other has ever known


I'd stay in the garden with Him

'Tho the night around me be falling

But He bids me go; through the voice of woe

His voice to me is calling


And He walks with me

And He talks with me

And He tells me I am His own

And the joy we share as we tarry there

None other has ever known


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