Author: Francis Pott, 1832-1909 Hymnal: Hymns for a Pilgrim People #199 (2007) Meter: 8.8.8 with alleluia Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:55 First Line: The strife is o'er, the battle done Lyrics: Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
1 The strife is o'er, the battle done;
The victory of life is won;
The song of triumph has begun:
Alleluia!
2 The pow'rs of death have done their worst,
But Christ their legions hath dispersed;
Let shouts of holy joy outburst:
Alleluia!
3 The three sad days are quickly sped,
He rises glorious from the dead;
All glory to our risen Head!
Alleluia!
4 Lord, by the stripes which wounded Thee,
From death's dread sting Thy servants free,
That we may live and sing to Thee:
Alleluia!
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
Amen. Topics: Latin, 17th C.; Adoration and Praise; Close of Worship / Sending Forth; Easter; Jesus Christ; Redemption; Resurrection Languages: English Tune Title: VICTORY
Alleluia! The Strife Is O'er