Author: Frans Mikael Franzen, 1772-1847; Charles P. Price, 1920-1999 Meter: 7.6.7.6.7.7 with refrain Appears in 30 hymnals Scripture: Isaiah 52:8 Refrain First Line: Oh, blest is Christ that came Lyrics: 1 Prepare the way, O Zion,
your Christ is drawing near!
Let every hill and valley
a level way appear.
Greet One who comes in glory,
foretold in sacred story.
Refrain:
Oh, blest is Christ that came
in God's most holy name.
2 Christ brings God's rule, O Zion;
he comes from heaven above.
His rule is peace and freedom,
and justice, truth, and love.
Lift high your praise resounding,
for grace and joy abounding. [Refrain]
3 Fling wide your gates, O Zion;
your Savior's rule embrace.
And tidings of salvation
proclaim in every place.
All lands will bow before him,
their voices will adore him. [Refrain] Used With Tune: BEREDEN VÄG FÖR HERRAN Text Sources: Tr. composite
Prepare the Way, O Zion