Author: John of Damascus, ca. 696-ca. 754; John M. Neale, 1818-1866 Hymnal: Hymns for a Pilgrim People #197 (2007) Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Scripture: Matthew 28:9 First Line: The day of resurrection! Lyrics: 1 The day of resurrection!
Earth, tell it out abroad;
The Passover of gladness,
The Passover of God.
From death to life eternal,
From earth unto the sky,
Our Christ hath brought us over
With hymns of victory.
2 Our hearts be pure from evil,
That we may see aright
The Lord in rays eternal
Of resurrection light;
And, list'ning to His accents,
May hear so calm and plain
His own "All hail," and, hearing,
May raise the victor strain.
3 Now let the heav'ns be joyful,
Let earth its song begin,
Let round world keep high triumph,
And all that is therein;
Let all things seen and unseen
Their notes of gladness blend,
For Christ the Lord is risen,
Our joy that hath no end.
Amen. Topics: Easter; Jesus Christ; Joy; Resurrection Languages: English Tune Title: LANCASHIRE
The Day of Resurrection