A Collection of Hymns and A Liturgy ‎#427

427. Peace! the welcome sound proclaim

1 Peace! the welcome sound proclaim;
Dwell with rapture on the theme.
Loud, still louder swell the strain:
Peace on earth! good-will to men!

2 Breezes! whisp'ring soft and low,
Gently murmur as ye blow,
Now, when was and discord cease,
Praises to the God of peace.

3 Ocean's billows far and wide,
Rolling in majestic pride!
Loud, still louder swell the strain:
Peace on earth! good-will to men!

4 Vocal songsters of the grove!
Sweetly chant in notes of love,
Now, when war and discord cease,
Praises to the God of peace.

5 Mortals, who these blessings feel!
Christians who before him kneel!
Loud, still louder swell the strain:
Peace of earth, good-will to men!

Text Information

• First Line: Peace! the welcome sound proclaim
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1814
• Topic: Particular Occasions and Circumstances: Public and National Blessings and Afflictions

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