Author: Aurelius Clemens Prudentius, 348-c. 413; John M. Neale; Henry W. Baker Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.7.7 Appears in 214 hymnals Topics: Living Christ Lyrics: 1 Of the Father's love begotten
Ere the worlds began to be,
He is Alpha and Omega,
He the source, the ending he;
Of the things that are, that have been,
And that future years shall see
Evermore and evermore.
2 O ye heights of heaven adore him;
Angel hosts, his praises sing;
Powers, dominions, bow before him,
And extol our God and King;
Let no tongue on earth be silent,
Every voice in concert ring,
Evermore and evermore.
3 Christ, to thee with God the Father,
And, O Holy Ghost, to thee,
Hymn and chant and high thanksgiving,
And unwearied praises be:
Honor, glory, and dominion,
And eternal victory
Evermore and evermore. Scripture: Revelation 1:8 Used With Tune: DIVINUM MYSTERIUM
Of the Father's Love Begotten