Laudes Domini ‎#27

27. "Worthy the Lamb!"

1 Sing we the song of those who stand
Around the eternal throne,
Of every kindred, clime, and land,
A multitude unknown.

2 Life's poor distinctions vanish here:
To-day the young, the old,
Our Saviour and his flock appear
One Shepherd and one fold.

3 Toil, trial, sufferings still await
On earth the pilgrim throng;
Yet learn we in our low estate
The Church Triumphant's song.

4 "Worthy the Lamb for sinners slain,"--
Cry the redeemed above,
"Blessing and honor to obtain,
And everlasting love!"

5 "Worthy the Lamb," on earth we sing,
"Who died our souls to save!
Henceforth, O Death! where is thy sting?
Thy victory, O Grave!"

Text Information

• First Line: Sing we the song of those who stand
• Title: "Worthy the Lamb!"
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1884
• Topic: Church: Triumph of; Communion of Saints: With each other; New Song; Opening of Service
• Notes: Public Domain.

Tune Information

• Name: OAKSVILLE
• Meter: C. M.
• Key: A Major
• Notes: Public Domain.