Laudes Domini ‎#82

82. The holy Day of Rest

1 Welcome, sacred day of rest!
Sweet repose from worldly care;
Day above all days the best,
When our souls for heaven prepare;
Day, when our Redeemer rose,
Victor o'er the hosts of hell:
Thus he vanquished all our foes;
Let our lips his glory tell.

2 Gracious Lord! we love this day,
When we hear thy holy word;
When we sing thy praise, and pray,
Earth can no such joys afford:
But a better rest remains,
Heavenly Sabbaths, happier days,
Rest from sin, and rest from pains,
Endless joys, and endless praise.

Text Information

• First Line: Welcome, sacred day of rest!
• Title: The holy Day of Rest
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1884
• Topic: Lord's Day; Opening of Service
• Notes: Public Domain.

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