Breaking Bread (Vol. 39) ‎#57

57. The Advent of Our King

1 The advent of our King
Our thoughts must now employ;
Then let us meet him on the road
With songs of holy joy.

2 The co-eternal Son
A maiden's offspring see;
A servant's form Christ putteth on,
To set his people free.

3 In glory from his throne
Again will Christ descend,
And summon all who are his own
To joys that never end.

4 Our joyful praises sing
To Christ, who set us free;
Like tribute to the Father bring,
And Holy Ghost, to thee.

Text Information

• First Line: The advent of our King
• Title: The Advent of Our King
• Author: Charles Coffin, 1676-1749
• Translator: Robert Campbell, 1814-1868 (alt.)
• Meter: SM
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2019
• Topic: Seasonal Music: Advent

Tune Information

• Name: ST. THOMAS (WILLIAMS)
• Composer: Aaron Williams, 1731-1776
• Meter: SM
• Key: F Major or modal