Hymns for a Pilgrim People ‎#33

33. Glory Be to God on High

1 Glory be to God on high, Alleluia!
Let the whole creation cry, Alleluia!
Peace and blessing He has giv'n, Alleluia!
Earth repeat the songs of heav'n, Alleluia!

2 Creatures of the field and flood, Alleluia!
Earth and sea cry "God is good," Alleluia!
Toiling pilgrims raise the song, Alleluia!
Saints in light the strain prolong, Alleluia!

3 Stars that have no voice to sing, Alleluia!
Give their glory to our King, Alleluia!
Silent pow'rs and angels’ song, Alleluia!
All unto our God belong, Alleluia!

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Glory be to God on high, Alleluia!
• Title: Glory Be to God on High
• Author: Theodore C. Williams, 1855-1915
• Meter: 7.7.7.7 with Alleluias
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2007
• Scripture:
  Psalm 96:8
• Topic: Adoration and Praise; Creation; God the Father; Struggle

Tune Information

• Name: GWALCHMAI
• Composer: Joseph D. Jones, 1827-1870
• Meter: 7.7.7.7 with Alleluias
• Key: G Major