Ep. 76 - “A Poor Wayfaring Man of Grief” (Arr. Larry Beebe) “A Poor Wayfaring Man of Grief” is a seven stanza poem Written in 1826 by Scottish born hymn writer and poet James Montgomery. The text is based on Matthew 25:40 “In as much as ye have done it into one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” There is a well-known story of how John Taylor, while incarcerated with Joseph, his brother Hyrum, and Willard Richards in the Carthage, Illinois jail sang this hymn to provide

BYU Men's Chorus performs "A Poor Wayfaring Man of Grief" ( Also available on YouTube to watch and share: https://youtu.be/0zzyShJZ9YQ ) | BYU Men's Chorus

Ep. 148 - “A Poor Wayfaring Man of Grief” Lyrics: James Montgomery Music: Ebenezer Beesley Violinist: Camille Austen A short background of the relatively unknown history behind this beloved hymn. Special thanks to violinist Camille Austen for sharing your talents on tonight’s devotional. | Garth Smith Music

Elder Lee & Elder Laume who served in the Salt Lake Utah South (Tongan) Stake performs their rendition of "A Poor Wayfaring Man of Grief, Joseph Smith's First Prayer and Praise to the Man." | Moroni Channel