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Crossing the Sea

Author: Philip Phillips

Phillips, Philip, commonly known as the "Singing Pilgrim," was born in Chautauqua County, N. York, Aug. 13, 1834. Although engaged in farming for a time, from an early age he devoted himself to music, and ultimately devoted himself to the work of a "Singing Evangelist," in which capacity he has visited most English-speaking countries. His popular hymnals are: (1) Early Blossoms, 1860; (2) Musical Leaves, 1862; and (3) The Singing Pilgrim, 1866. In these works he published one or two hymns, including "I have heard of a Saviour's love" (The love of Christ), as in I. D. Sankey's Sacred Songs and Solos, 1878. --John Julian, Dictionary of Hymnology, Appendix, Part II (1907)  Go to person page >

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Text Information

First Line: Now from oppression Jacob's sons
Title: Crossing the Sea
Author: Philip Phillips
Language: English
Refrain First Line: We are marching onward at the King's command
Copyright: Public Domain
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International Singing Annual for Sabbath Schools #d46

International Singing Annual for Sabbath Schools #d46
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International Song Service #60

International Song Service #60

Singing Annual for Sabbath Schools 1874 #d47

Singing Annual for Sabbath Schools 1874 #d47
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Song Sermons for General Use and Special Services #101

Song Sermons for General Use and Special Services #101
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The Gospel Singer #4

The Gospel Singer #4
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