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1 When we pass through yonder river,
When we reach the farther shore,
There's an end of war forever--
We shall see our foes no more.
Chorus:
Then boatman row to the farther shore,
Nor heed the river's sullen roar,
Yes, boatman row to the golden shore,
Where earth's sorrows are no more.
2 After warfare rest is pleasant;
O how sweet the prospect is,
Though we toil, and strive at present,
Let us not repine at this. [Chorus]
3 When we gain the heavenly regions,
When we touch the heavenly shore,
Blessed thought, no hostile legions,
Can alarm or trouble more. [Chorus]
4 O that hope, how bright, how glorious,
'Tis his people's reward;
In the Saviour's strength victorious,
They at length behold their Lord. [Chorus]
| Text Information | |
|---|---|
| First Line: | When we pass through yonder river |
| Title: | When we pass through yonder river |
| Refrain First Line: | Then boatman row to the farther shore |
| Publication Date: | 1870 |
| Notes: | Public Domain. |
| Tune Information | |
|---|---|
| Name: | [When we pass through yonder river] |
| Composer: | Nannie Hager |
| Key: | F Major or modal |
| Notes: | Public Domain. |
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