The Hymnal and Order of Service ‎#209

209. Who Are These in Bright Array?

1 Who are these in bright array,
This innumerable throng,
Round the altar, night and day,
Hymning one triumphant song?
"Worthy is the Lamb, once slain,
Blessing, honor, glory, pow'r,
Wisdom, riches to obtain,
New dominion ev'ry hour."

2 These through fiery trials trod,
These from great affliction came;
Now, before the throne of God,
Sealed with His almighty Name,
Clad in raiment pure and white,
Victor-palms in every hand,
Through their dear Redeemer's might,
More than conquerors they stand.

3 Hunger, thirst, disease unknown,
On immortal fruits they feed;
Then the Lamb amidst the throne,
Shall to living fountains lead;
Joy and gladness banish sighs;
Perfect love dispels all fears;
And forever from their eyes
God shall wipe away the tears.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Who are these in bright array
• Title: Who Are These in Bright Array?
• Author: James Montgomery (1819)
• Meter: 7 7, 7 7. D.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1937
• Scripture:
  Revelation 7:11-17
• Topic: Church Year: Minor Festivals; St. Stephen's Day; All Saint' Day; Names and Office of Christ: Lamb; Names and Office of Christ: Redeemer; Heaven; Name of Jesus and Christ; Saints

Tune Information

• Name: ST. GEORGE'S, WINDSOR
• Composer: George Job Elvey (1858)
• Meter: 7 7, 7 7. D.
• Key: G Major