The Hymnal 1982 ‎#S167

S167. Fraction Anthem: The disciples knew the Lord Jesus

Antiphon:
The disciples knew the Lord Jesus
in the breaking of the bread.

1. The bread which we break, alleluia,
is the communion of the body of Christ. [Ant.]

2. One body are we, alleluia,
for though many we share one bread. [Ant.]

Text Information

• First Line: The disciples knew the Lord Jesus in breaking of the bread
• Title: Fraction Anthem: The disciples knew the Lord Jesus
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1985

Tune Information

• Name: [The disciples knew the Lord Jesus]
• Adapter: Mason Martens, b. 1933
• Key: C Major
• Source: Mode 6 melody
• Copyright: © 1971 by Mason Martens