Author: Walter C. Smith, 1824-1908 Hymnal: Journeysongs (2nd ed.) #621 (2003) Meter: 11.11.11.11 Scripture: Exodus 33:20 Lyrics: 1 Immortal, invisible, God only wise,
In light inaccessible hid from our eyes,
Most blessed, most glorious, O Ancient of Days,
Almighty, victorious, your great name we praise.
2 Unresting, unhasting, and silent as light,
Nor wanting, nor wasting, you rule day and night;
Your justice like mountains high soaring above
Your clouds, which are fountains of goodness and love.
3 Life giving Creator, of both great and small;
Of all life the maker, the true life of all;
We blossom, then wither as leaves on a tree,
But you live for ever, who is and will be.
4 Great Father of glory, pure Father of light,
Your angels adoring, all veiling their sight;
We too, God invisible, offer our praise;
O light inaccessible, Ancient of Days! Topics: Angels; Praise; Angels; Praise; Angels; Praise; Service Music for Mass: Introductory Rites Entrance Song; Sunday Celebrations in the Absence of a Priest Entrance Song Languages: English Tune Title: ST. DENIO
Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise