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The Morning Breaks

Author: Parley P. Pratt, 1807–1857 Hymnal: LDS1985 #1 (1985) Meter: 8.8.8.8.8 First Line: The morning breaks, the shadows flee Lyrics: 1. The morning breaks, the shadows flee; Lo, Zion’s standard is unfurled! The dawning of a brighter day, The dawning of a brighter day Majestic rises on the world. 2. The clouds of error disappear Before the rays of truth divine; The glory bursting from afar, The glory bursting from afar Wide o’er the nations soon will shine. 3. The Gentile fulness now comes in, And Israel’s blessings are at hand. Lo, Judah’s remnant, cleansed from sin, Lo, Judah’s remnant, cleansed from sin, Shall in their promised Canaan stand. 4. Jehovah speaks! Let earth give ear, And Gentile nations turn and live. His mighty arm is making bare, His mighty arm is making bare His cov’nant people to receive. 5. Angels from heav’n and truth from earth Have met, and both have record borne; Thus Zion’s light is bursting forth, Thus Zion’s light is bursting forth To bring her ransomed children home. Topics: Gathering of Israel; Restoration; Restoration of the Gospel; Truth; Zion Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-3 Languages: English Tune Title: HUDSON

The Spirit of God

Author: William W. Phelps, 1792–1872 Hymnal: LDS1985 #2 (1985) Meter: 12.11.12.11 D First Line: The Spirit of God like a fire is burning! Refrain First Line: We’ll sing and we’ll shout with the armies of heaven Lyrics: 1. The Spirit of God like a fire is burning! The latter-day glory begins to come forth; The visions and blessings of old are returning, And angels are coming to visit the earth. [Chorus:] We’ll sing and we’ll shout with the armies of heaven, Hosanna, hosanna to God and the Lamb! Let glory to them in the highest be given, Henceforth and forever, Amen and amen! 2. The Lord is extending the Saints’ understanding, Restoring their judges and all as at first. The knowledge and power of God are expanding; The veil o’er the earth is beginning to burst. [Chorus] 3. We’ll call in our solemn assemblies in spirit, To spread forth the kingdom of heaven abroad, That we through our faith may begin to inherit The visions and blessings and glories of God. [Chorus] 4. How blessed the day when the lamb and the lion Shall lie down together without any ire, And Ephraim be crowned with his blessing in Zion, As Jesus descends with his chariot of fire! [Chorus] Topics: Holy Ghost; Jesus Christ Second Coming; Millennium; Praise; Restoration; Restoration of the Gospel; Revelation; Worship Languages: English Tune Title: ASSEMBLY

Now Let Us Rejoice

Author: William W. Phelps, 1792–1872 Hymnal: LDS1985 #3 (1985) Meter: 12.11.12.11 D First Line: Now let us rejoice in the day of salvation Lyrics: 1. Now let us rejoice in the day of salvation. No longer as strangers on earth need we roam. Good tidings are sounding to us and each nation, And shortly the hour of redemption will come, When all that was promised the Saints will be given, And none will molest them from morn until ev’n, And earth will appear as the Garden of Eden, And Jesus will say to all Israel, “Come home.” 2. We’ll love one another and never dissemble But cease to do evil and ever be one. And when the ungodly are fearing and tremble, We’ll watch for the day when the Savior will come, When all that was promised the Saints will be given, And none will molest them from morn until ev’n, And earth will appear as the Garden of Eden, And Jesus will say to all Israel, “Come home.” 3. In faith we’ll rely on the arm of Jehovah To guide thru these last days of trouble and gloom, And after the scourges and harvest are over, We’ll rise with the just when the Savior doth come. Then all that was promised the Saints will be given, And they will be crown’d with the angels of heav’n, And earth will appear as the Garden of Eden, And Christ and his people will ever be one. Topics: Enduring to the End; Faith; Jesus Christ Second Coming; Joy; Millennium; Restoration; Unity Languages: English Tune Title: LION OF JUDAH

Truth Eternal

Author: Parley P. Pratt, 1807–1857 Hymnal: LDS1985 #4 (1985) Meter: 7.7.7.7 First Line: Truth eternal, truth divine Lyrics: 1. Truth eternal, truth divine, In thine ancient fulness shine! Burst the fetters of the mind From the millions of mankind! 2. Truth again restored to earth, Opened with a prophet’s birth. Priests of heaven’s royal line Bear the keys of truth divine! 3. Truth shall triumph as the light Chases far the misty night. Endless ages own its sway, Clad in everlasting day. Topics: Joseph Smith; Priesthood; Restoration; Restoration of the Gospel; Revelation; Truth; Wisdom and Knowledge Scripture: John 8:32 Languages: English Tune Title: MOORE

High on the Mountain Top

Author: Joel H. Johnson, 1802–1882 Hymnal: LDS1985 #5 (1985) Meter: 6.6.6.6.8.8 Lyrics: 1. High on the mountain top A banner is unfurled. Ye nations, now look up; It waves to all the world. In Deseret's sweet, peaceful land, On Zion's mount behold it stand! 2. For God remembers still His promise made of old That he on Zion's hill Truth's standard would unfold! Her light should there attract the gaze Of all the world in latter days. 3. His house shall there be reared, His glory to display, And people shall be heard In distant lands to say: We'll now go up and serve the Lord, Obey his truth and learn his word. 4. For there we shall be taught The law that will go forth, With truth and wisdom fraught, To govern all the earth. Forever there his ways we'll tread, And save ourselves with all our dead. Topics: Genealogy and Temple Work; Restoration; Restoration of the Gospel; Truth; Zion Scripture: Isaiah 2:2-3 Languages: English Tune Title: DESERET

Redeemer of Israel

Author: William W. Phelps, 1792–1872; Joseph Swain, 1761–1796 Hymnal: LDS1985 #6 (1985) Meter: 11.8.11.8 Lyrics: 1. Redeemer of Israel, Our only delight, On whom for a blessing we call, Our shadow by day And our pillar by night, Our King, our Deliv’rer, our all! 2. We know he is coming To gather his sheep And lead them to Zion in love, For why in the valley Of death should they weep Or in the lone wilderness rove? 3. How long we have wandered As strangers in sin And cried in the desert for thee! Our foes have rejoiced When our sorrows they’ve seen, But Israel will shortly be free. 4. As children of Zion, Good tidings for us. The tokens already appear. Fear not, and be just, For the kingdom is ours. The hour of redemption is near. 5. Restore, my dear Savior, The light of thy face; Thy soul-cheering comfort impart; And let the sweet longing For thy holy place Bring hope to my desolate heart. 6. He looks! and ten thousands Of angels rejoice, And myriads wait for his word; He speaks! and eternity, Filled with his voice, Re-echoes the praise of the Lord. Topics: Gathering of Israel; Jesus Christ Second Coming; Jesus Christ Shepherd; Restoration Scripture: Exodus 13:21-22 Languages: English Tune Title: DULCIMER

Israel, Israel, God Is Calling

Author: Richard Smyth, 1838–1914 Hymnal: LDS1985 #7 (1985) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Lyrics: 1. Israel, Israel, God is calling, Calling thee from lands of woe. Babylon the great is falling; God shall all her tow’rs o’erthrow. Come to Zion, come to Zion Ere his floods of anger flow. Come to Zion, come to Zion Ere his floods of anger flow. 2. Israel, Israel, God is speaking. Hear your great Deliv’rer’s voice! Now a glorious morn is breaking For the people of his choice. Come to Zion, come to Zion, And within her walls rejoice. Come to Zion, come to Zion, And within her walls rejoice. 3. Israel, angels are descending From celestial worlds on high, And to man their pow’r extending, That the Saints may homeward fly. Come to Zion, come to Zion, For your coming Lord is nigh. Come to Zion, come to Zion, For your coming Lord is nigh. 4. Israel! Israel! Canst thou linger Still in error’s gloomy ways? Mark how judgment’s pointing finger Justifies no vain delays. Come to Zion, come to Zion! Zion’s walls shall ring with praise. Come to Zion, come to Zion! Zion’s walls shall ring with praise. Topics: Gathering of Israel; Jesus Christ Second Coming; Restoration; Zion Languages: English Tune Title: ERIE

Awake and Arise

Author: Theodore E. Curtis, 1872–1957 Hymnal: LDS1985 #8 (1985) Meter: 12.11.12.11 First Line: Awake and arise, O ye slumbering nations! Topics: Music and Song; Peace; Restoration; Restoration of the Gospel; Truth Languages: English Tune Title: EMERSON

Come, Rejoice

Author: Tracy Y. Cannon, 1879–1961 Hymnal: LDS1985 #9 (1985) Meter: 8.5.8.5.7.7.7.7 First Line: Come, rejoice, the King of glory Refrain First Line: Shout hosanna to his name Topics: Jesus Christ Savior; Joy; Restoration; Restoration of the Gospel; Truth Languages: English Tune Title: HINCKLEY

Come, Sing to the Lord

Author: Gerrit de Jong Jr., 1892–1978 Hymnal: LDS1985 #10 (1985) Meter: 9.8.6.8.9 First Line: Come, sing to the Lord, his name to praise Lyrics: 1. Come, sing to the Lord, his name to praise. He in these latter days did raise A prophet to his name, The blessed gospel to restore. Come, sing to the Lord, his name adore! 2. The prophets of old beheld this day, Its glory told in wondrous lay. They saw our prophet dear, Who times of fulness ushered in. Come, sing to the Lord, his praises ring! 3. The keys of the priesthood of our Lord To us in fulness are restored, Their blessings to bestow, And pow’rs divine are manifest. Come, sing to the Lord, his name be blessed! Topics: Joseph Smith; Music and Song; Praise; Priesthood; Prophets; Restoration; Restoration of the Gospel Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:8-10 Languages: English Tune Title: BELLE

What Was Witnessed in the Heavens?

Author: John S. Davis, 1813–1882 Hymnal: LDS1985 #11 (1985) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Lyrics: 1. What was witnessed in the heavens? Why, an angel earthward bound. Had he something with him bringing? Yes, the gospel, joyful sound! It was to be preached in power On the earth, the angel said, To all men, all tongues and nations That upon its face are spread. 2. Had we not before the gospel? Yes, it came of old to men. Then what is this latter gospel? ’Tis the first one come again. This was preached by Paul and Peter And by Jesus Christ, the Head. This we latter Saints are preaching; We their footsteps wish to tread. 3. Where so long has been the gospel? Did it pass from earth away? Yes, ’twas taken back to heaven Till should dawn a brighter day. What became of those departed, Knowing not the gospel plan? In the spirit world they’ll hear it; God is just to ev’ry man. Topics: Genealogy and Temple Work; Missionary Work; Restoration; Restoration of the Gospel Scripture: Revelation 14:6 Languages: English Tune Title: JOYFUL SOUND

’Twas Witnessed in the Morning Sky

Author: G. William Richards, 1918– Hymnal: LDS1985 #12 (1985) Topics: Millennium; Missionary Work; Priesthood; Prophets; Restoration; Restoration of the Gospel Languages: English Tune Title: SOLEMN MELODY

An Angel from on High

Author: Parley P. Pratt, 1807–1857 Hymnal: LDS1985 #13 (1985) Meter: 6.6.6.6.8.8.8.8 Lyrics: 1. An angel from on high The long, long silence broke; Descending from the sky, These gracious words he spoke: Lo! in Cumorah’s lonely hill A sacred record lies concealed. Lo! in Cumorah’s lonely hill A sacred record lies concealed. 2. Sealed by Moroni’s hand, It has for ages lain To wait the Lord’s command, From dust to speak again. It shall again to light come forth To usher in Christ’s reign on earth. It shall again to light come forth To usher in Christ’s reign on earth. 3. It speaks of Joseph’s seed And makes the remnant known Of nations long since dead, Who once had dwelt alone. The fulness of the gospel, too, Its pages will reveal to view. The fulness of the gospel, too, Its pages will reveal to view. 4. The time is now fulfilled, The long-expected day; Let earth obedience yield And darkness flee away. Remove the seals; be wide unfurled Its light and glory to the world. Remove the seals; be wide unfurled Its light and glory to the world. 5. Lo! Israel filled with joy Shall now be gathered home, Their wealth and means employ To build Jerusalem, While Zion shall arise and shine And fill the earth with truth divine. While Zion shall arise and shine And fill the earth with truth divine. Topics: Book of Mormon; Gathering of Israel; Restoration; Restoration of the Gospel Languages: English Tune Title: CUMORAH

Sweet Is the Peace the Gospel Brings

Author: Mary Ann Morton, 1826–1897 Hymnal: LDS1985 #14 (1985) Lyrics: 1. Sweet is the peace the gospel brings To seeking minds and true. With light refulgent on its wings, It clears the human view. 2. Its laws and precepts are divine And show a Father’s care. Transcendent love and mercy shine In each injunction there. 3. Faithless tradition flees its pow’r, And unbelief gives way. The gloomy clouds, which used to low’r, Submit to reason’s sway. 4. May we who know the sacred Name From every sin depart. Then will the Spirit’s constant flame Preserve us pure in heart. 5. Ere long the tempter’s power will cease, And sin no more annoy, No wrangling sects disturb our peace, Or mar our heartfelt joy. 6. That which we have in part received Will be in part no more, For he in whom we all believe To us will all restore. 7. In patience, then, let us possess Our souls till he appear. On to our mark of calling press; Redemption draweth near. Topics: Assurance; Chastity; God the Father; Mercy; Peace; Restoration; Wisdom and Knowledge Scripture: Psalm 119:97-104 Languages: English Tune Title: CACHE

I Saw a Mighty Angel Fly

Author: Anon. Hymnal: LDS1985 #15 (1985) Topics: Jesus Christ Second Coming; Restoration; Restoration of the Gospel; Truth Scripture: Revelation 14:6-7 Languages: English Tune Title: FOREST GREEN

What Glorious Scenes Mine Eyes Behold

Author: Anon. Hymnal: LDS1985 #16 (1985) Meter: 8.8.8.8.8 First Line: What glorious scenes mine eyes behold! Lyrics: 1. What glorious scenes mine eyes behold! What wonders burst upon my view! When Ephraim’s records I unfold, All things appear divinely new. All things appear divinely new. 2. Good news to earth have angels borne, Which fills our souls with joy and peace. Good tidings comfort those who mourn And bring the captive full release, And bring the captive full release. 3. The scattered sheep, who once were sold In darkness o’er the mountains far, Shall now return unto their fold And there their waiting hearts prepare, And there their waiting hearts prepare. 4. Now Israel, long oppressed and grieved In ev’ry land, in ev’ry clime, Shall hear the word of God and live; This is the time, the chosen time. This is the time, the chosen time. Topics: Book of Mormon; Gathering of Israel; Restoration; Restoration of the Gospel; Revelation Languages: English Tune Title: ABRAM

Awake, Ye Saints of God, Awake!

Author: Eliza R. Snow, 1804–1887 Hymnal: LDS1985 #17 (1985) Meter: 8.8.8.8.8 Lyrics: 1. Awake, ye Saints of God, awake! Call on the Lord in mighty prayer That he will Zion’s bondage break And bring to naught the tempter’s snare, And bring to naught the tempter’s snare. 2. Tho Zion’s foes have counseled deep, Although they bind with fetters strong, The God of Jacob does not sleep; His vengeance will not slumber long; His vengeance will not slumber long. 3. With constant faith and fervent prayer, With deep humility of soul, With steadfast mind and heart, prepare To see th’eternal purpose roll, To see th’eternal purpose roll. 4. Awake to righteousness; be one, Or, saith the Lord, “Ye are not mine!” Yea, like the Father and the Son, Let all the Saints in union join. Let all the Saints in union join. Topics: Faith; Prayer; Preparedness; Restoration; Unity; Zion Scripture: Romans 13:11-14 Languages: English Tune Title: WILLARD

The Voice of God Again Is Heard

Author: Evan Stephens, 1854–1930 Hymnal: LDS1985 #18 (1985) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Lyrics: 1. The voice of God again is heard. The silence has been broken. The curse of darkness is withdrawn. The Lord from heav’n has spoken. Rejoice, ye living and ye dead! Rejoice, for your salvation Begins anew this happy morn Of final dispensation. 2. O messengers of truth, go forth, Proclaim the gospel story, Go forth the nations to prepare To greet the King of glory. We shout hosanna, shout again, Till all creation blending Shall join in one great, grand amen Of anthems never ending. Topics: Joy; Missionary Work; Restoration; Restoration of the Gospel Languages: English Tune Title: REVELATION

We Thank Thee, O God, for a Prophet

Author: William Fowler, 1830–1865 Hymnal: LDS1985 #19 (1985) Meter: 9.8.9.8 D Lyrics: 1. We thank thee, O God, for a prophet To guide us in these latter days. We thank thee for sending the gospel To lighten our minds with its rays. We thank thee for every blessing Bestowed by thy bounteous hand. We feel it a pleasure to serve thee And love to obey thy command. 2. When dark clouds of trouble hang o’er us And threaten our peace to destroy, There is hope smiling brightly before us, And we know that deliv’rance is nigh. We doubt not the Lord nor his goodness. We’ve proved him in days that are past. The wicked who fight against Zion Will surely be smitten at last. 3. We’ll sing of his goodness and mercy. We’ll praise him by day and by night, Rejoice in his glorious gospel, And bask in its life-giving light. Thus on to eternal perfection The honest and faithful will go, While they who reject this glad message Shall never such happiness know. Topics: Gratitude; Hope; Joseph Smith; Prophets; Restoration; Restoration of the Gospel Languages: English Tune Title: FOWLER

God of Power, God of Right

Author: Wallace F. Bennett, 1898–1993 Hymnal: LDS1985 #20 (1985) Meter: 7.7.7.7 Topics: Guidance; Holy Ghost; Leadership; Priesthood; Restoration; Youth Languages: English Tune Title: ELSIE

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