179a. Hark! the sound of holy voices

1 Hark! the sound of holy voices,
Chanting at the crystal sea,
Alleluia, alleluia,
Alleluia, Lord, to Thee;
Multitude which none can number,
Like the stars in glory stands,
Clothed in white apparel, holding
Palms of victory in their hands.

2 Patriarch, and holy prophet.
Who prepared the way for Christ,
King, apostle, saint, confessor,
Martyr and evangelist;
Saintly maiden, golden matron,
Widows who have watched to prayer,
Joined in holy concert, singing,
To the Lord of all, are there.

3 Marching with Thy cross their banner,
They have triumphed, following
Thee, the Captain of salvation,
Thee, their Saviour and their King;
Gladly, Lord, with Thee they suffered;
Gladly, Lord, with Thee they died;
And by death to life immortal
They were born and glorified.

4 Now they reign in heavenly glory,
Now they walk in golden light,
Now they drink, as from a river,
Holy bliss and infinite:
Love and peace they taste for ever,
And all truth and knowledge see
In the beatific vision
Of the blessèd Trinity.

Amen.

Text Information
First Line: Hark! the sound of holy voices
Author: C. Wordsworth
Meter: 8.7.8.7.D.
Language: English
Publication Date: 1892
Topic: All Saints; Burial of the Dead; Church At Rest (2 more...)
Tune Information
Name: SANCTUARY
Composer: J. B. Dykes
Meter: 8.7.8.7.D.
Key: G Major



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