Singing the Journey ‎#1046

1046. 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?

Refrain:
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. [Refrain]

3 Ere we reach the shining river,
lay we ev'ery burden down.
Grace our spirits will deliver,
and provide a robe and crown. [Refrain]

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

Text Information

• First Line: Shall we gather at the river
• Title: Shall We Gather at the River
• Author: Robert Lowry, 1826-1899
• Refrain First Line: Yes, we'll gather at the river
• Meter: 8.7.8.7 with refrain
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2005
• Topic: Jewish and Christian Teachings; Celebration and Praise; Courage and Hope; Gratitude and Thanks; Nature; Special Occasions; Unity and Diversity
• Source: Happy Voices, 1865

Tune Information

• Name: HANSON PLACE
• Composer: Robert Lowry, 1826-1899
• Meter: 8.7.8.7 with refrain
• Key: C Major