338. The morning kindles all the sky

1 The morning kindles all the sky,
The heavens resound with anthems high
The shining angels, as they speed,
Proclaim, "The Lord is risen indeed!"

2 Vainly with rocks his tomb was barred,
While Roman warriors stood on guard.
Majestic from the spoiled tomb
In pomp of triumph, he has come!

3 When the amazed disciples heard,
Their hearts with speechless joy were stirred;
Their Lord's beloved face to see,
Eager they haste to Galilee.

4 His pierced hands to them he shows,
His face with love's own radiance glows;
They with the angels' message speed,
And shout, "The Lord is risen indeed!"

5 O Christ, thou King compassionate!
Our hearts possess, on thee we wait;
Help us to render praises due,
To thee the endless ages through!

Text Information
First Line: The morning kindles all the sky
Author: Ambrosian
Publication Date: 1886
Topic: Christ: Resurrection and Ascension
Tune Information
Name: BROCKHAM
Composer: J. Clarke
Meter: L. M.
Key: G Major or modal
Notes: Alternate tunes: #108, 514, or 592.



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