
Author: J. Addington Symonds, 1840-1893 Meter: 8.8.8.8 Appears in 140 hymnals Lyrics: 1 These things shall be: a loftier race
Than e'er the world hath known shall rise
With flame of freedom in their souls,
And light of knowledge in their eyes.
2 They shall be gentle, brave, and strong,
To spill no drop of blood, but dare
All that may plant man's lordship firm
On earth, and fire, and sea, and air.
3 Nation with nation, land with land,
Inarmed shall live as comrades free;
In every heart and brain shall throb
The pulse of one fraternity.
4 New arts shall bloom of loftier mould,
And mightier music thrill the skies,
And every life shall be a song,
When all the earth is paradise.
Topics: Kingdom of God on Earth Brotherhood; Fellowship; Missions Scripture: Psalm 46:9 Used With Tune: MOZART
These Things Shall Be: A Loftier Race