257. O Zion, open wide thy gates

1. O Zion, open wide thy gates,
let symbols disappear;
a priest and victim, both in one,
the Truth himself, is here.

2. Aware of hidden deity,
the lowly Virgin brings
her newborn babe, with two young doves,
her humble offerings.

3. The aged Simeon sees at last
his Lord, so long desired,
and Anna welcomes Israel's hope,
with holy rapture fired.

4. But silent knelt the mother blest
of the yet silent Word,
and pondering all things in her heart,
with speechless praise adored.

5. All glory to the Father be,
all glory to the Son,
all glory, Holy Ghost, to thee,
while endless ages run.

Text Information
First Line: O Zion, open wide thy gates
Author: Jean Baptiste de Santeüil, 1630-1697
Translator: Edward Caswall, 1814-1878 (alt.)
Meter: CM
Language: English
Publication Date: 1985
Topic: Holy Days and Various Occasions: The Presentation (February 2)
Tune Information
Name: EDMONTON
Meter: CM
Key: D Major
Source: Hymnal 1982 (harm.)



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