Author: H. B. George (1838-1910) Hymnal: Hymns for Today's Church (2nd ed.) #579 (1987) Meter: 8.8.4.4.8.8 with alleluias Topics: Pentecost 21 The Christian Hope Lyrics: 1 By every nation, race and tongue,
worship and praise be ever sung;
praise the Father: Alleluia!
For pardoned sin, death overcome,
and hopes that live beyond the tomb:
Alleluia, alleluia;
alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
2 Saints who on earth have suffered long,
for Jesus' sake enduring wrong,
ever-faithful: Alleluia!
Where faith is lost in sight, rejoice
and sing with never-wearied voice:
Alleluia, alleluia;
alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
3 Let earth and air and sea unite
to celebrate his glorious might,
their creator: Alleluia!
Sun, moon and stars in endless space
echo the song of every race:
Alleluia, alleluia;
alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! Languages: English Tune Title: EASTER SONG
By every nation, race and tongue