The Cyber Hymnal ‎#507

507. Behold, He Cometh

1. Awake, ye that slumber,
Awake from your sleep,
With lamps trimmed and burning,
A watch you must keep,
You know not how quickly,
The cry you may hear,
Go forth to meet the Bridegroom,
For lo, He is near.

Refrain
Behold, He cometh,
The blessèd Bridegroom cometh,
Then go ye forth to meet Him,
A glad and grateful throng.
Behold, He cometh,
The blessèd Bridegroom cometh,
Then go ye forth to meet Him,
With a happy, happy song.

2. Awake, ye that slumber,
His welcome prepare.
Awake and be ready,
His banquet to share.
The hour is approaching,
No time for repose,
The open door of mercy,
Forever may close. [Refrain]

3. Awake, ye that slumber,
No longer despise
The warning that bids you
Be watchful and wise.
The Bridegroom may tarry,
But true to His word,
Your blessèd call to meet Him
Will surely be heard. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: Awake, ye that slumber
• Title: Behold, He Cometh
• Author: Frances Jane (Fanny) Crosby, 1820-1915
• Refrain First Line: Behold, He cometh
• Language: English
• Copyright: Public Domain

Tune Information

• Name: [Awake, ye that slumber]
• Composer: Bentley DeForest Ackley (1920)
• Incipit: 53721 53544 33345
• Key: C Major
• Copyright: Public Domain