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Long Ago a Prophet Sang

Author: William P. Merrill

William Pierson Merrill (January 10, 1867 - June 19, 1954) was an American Presbyterian clergyman. He is most remembered for his work on behalf of peace, and for several hymns, most notably "Rise up, O men of God" and "Not alone for mighty empire". Leland Ross Go to person page >

Text Information

First Line: Long ago a prophet sang
Title: Long Ago a Prophet Sang
Author: William P. Merrill (1944)
Meter: 7.7.7.7.7.7
Language: English
Publication Date: 1947
Copyright: © 1945, by the Hymn Society of America.

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