
Author: John J Moore Hymnal: The A.M.E. Zion Hymnal #580 (1999) Meter: 8.6.8.6 Lyrics: 1 The aged sire has gone to rest;
He left the world below,
To rest upon the Saviour's breast,
Escaping every foe.
2 Tho' kindred dear and friends might mourn,
He could no longer stay:
On angel's wings he swift was borne
To realms of endless day.
3 His silver locks no altars wreathe
Nor voice earth's temple fill:
But where enraptured spirits breathe
His voice the regions thrill.
4 Melodious strains his notes control,
Proclaiming love divine;
While him angelic throngs behold
'Midst cloudless glory shine.
AMEN.
Topics: Eternal Life Languages: English Tune Title: MAITLAND
The Aged Sire Has Gone to Rest