The New English Hymnal ‎#51

51. Hail, thou Source of every blessing

1 Hail, thou Source of every blessing,
Sovereign Father of mankind!
Gentiles now, thy grace possessing,
In thy courts admission find.

2 Once far off, but now invited,
We approach thy sacred throne;
In thy covenant united,
Reconciled, redeemed, made one.

3 Now revealed to eastern sages,
See the star of mercy shine,
Mystery hid in former ages,
Mystery great of love divine.

4 Hail, thou universal Saviour!
Gentiles now their offerings bring,
In thy temple seek thy favour,
Jesu Christ, our Lord and King.

Text Information

• First Line: Hail, thou Source of every blessing
• Author: Basil Woodd, 1760-1831
• Meter: 87 87
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1986
• Topic: The Christian Year: Epiphany; The Conversion of St. Paul: January 25th

Tune Information

• Name: REDHEAD NO. 46
• Composer: Richard Redhead, 1820-1901
• Meter: 87 87
• Key: G Major