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1362. Shall we gather at the river

1 Shall we gather at the river
Where bright angel feet have trod;
With its crystal tide forever
Flowing by the throne of God?

Chorus:
Yes, we'll gather at the river,
The beautiful, the beautiful river;
Gather with the saints at the river
That flows by the throne of God.

2 On the margin of the river,
Washing up its silver spray,
We will walk and worship ever,
All the happy golden day. [Chorus]

3 Ere we reach the shining river,
Lay we ev'ry burden down;
Grace our spirits will deliver,
And provide a robe and crown. [Chorus]

4 Soon we'll reach the shining river,
Soon our pilgrimage will cease,
Soon our happy hearts will quiver
With the melody of peace. [Chorus]

Text Information
First Line: Shall we gather at the river
Author: Anon.
Refrain First Line: Yes, we'll gather at the river
Publication Date: 1886
Scripture:
Topic: Bible Songs: Reward of Saints
Tune Information
Name: SHALL WE GATHER AT THE RIVER?
Composer: Robert Lowry, by per
Key: E♭ Major



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