Author: Charles P. Price; Augustus Nelson; Frans Mikael Franzen Meter: 7.6.7.6.7.7 with refrain Appears in 30 hymnals Scripture: Zechariah 9:9 Refrain First Line: O blest is Christ who 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:
O blest is Christ who came
in God’s most holy name.
2 He 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 rejoicing,
their adoration voicing. [Refrain]
Topics: Jesus Christ Advent Used With Tune: BEREDEN VÄG FÖR HERRAN
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