Author: Charles Wesley, 1707-1788; Thomas Cotterill, 1779-1823 Hymnal: Complete Anglican Hymns Old and New #255b (2000) Meter: 7.7.7.7 with alleluias First Line: Hail the day that sees him rise, alleluia! Lyrics: 1 Hail the day that sees him rise, alleluia! to his throne above the skies; alleluia! Christ the Lamb, for sinners giv'n, alleluia! enters now the highest heav'n! alleluia! 2 There for him high triumph waits; alleluia! lift your heads, eternal gates! ... Topics: Years A, B, and C Ascension Day Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20 Languages: English Tune Title: ASCENSION
Hail the day that sees him rise