Methodist Hymn and Tune Book ‎#550

550. How bright these glorious spirits shine!

1 How bright these glorious spirits shine!
Whence all their white array?
How came they to the blissful seats
Of everlasting day?

2 Lo! these are they from sufferings great,
Who came to realms of light,
And in the blood of Christ have washed
Those robes which shine so bright

3 Now, with triumphal palms, they stand
Before the throne on high,
And serve the God they love, amidst
The glories of the sky.

4 The Lamb which dwell amidst the throne
Shall o'er them still preside;
Feed them with nourishment divine,
And all their footsteps guide.

5 In pastures green He'll lead His flock,
Where living streams appear;
And God the Lord from every eye
Shall wipe off every tear.

Text Information

• First Line: How bright these glorious spirits shine!
• Author: Dr. Isaac Watts, 1674-1748
• Author: W. Cameron, 1751-1811
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1917
• Topic: The Christian Life: Time, Death, Eternity; Heaven: Freedom from sin and sorrow; Heaven: Glory of; Saints: Triumphant

Tune Information

• Name: BEATITUDO
• Composer: Dr. J. B. Dykes 1823-1876
• Meter: C.M.
• Key: A♭ Major