1 That Easter day with joy was bright,
the sun shone out with fairer light,
when, to their longing eyes restored,
the glad apostles saw their Lord.

2 His risen flesh with radiance glowed;
His wounded hands and feet He showed;
those scars their solemn witness gave
that Christ was risen from the grave.

3 O Jesus, strong in gentleness,
come now Yourself, our hearts possess;
that we may give You all our days
the tribute of our grateful praise.

4 Come, risen Christ, with us abide
in this our joyful Easter-tide;
Your own redeemed forever shield
from every weapon death can wield.