Hymns for Today's Church (2nd ed.) ‎#195a

195a. Jesus came — the heavens adoring

Text Information

• First Line: Jesus came — the heavens adoring
• Author: G. Thring (1823-1903)
• Meter: 8 7 8 7 8 7
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1987
• Topic: Advent 1: The Advent Hope; God, Saviour: Returning and Triumphant
• Copyright: Revision © Jubilate Hymns

Tune Information

• Name: PICARDY
• Meter: 8 7 8 7 8 7
• Key: d minor
• Source: French traditional carol as in The English Hymnal 1906
• Notes: Alternative tune: RHUDDLAN (195b)