Author: Isaac Watts; Augustus Toplady Hymnal: Psalms and Hymns to the Living God #275 (2023) Meter: 8.8.8.8 First Line: He dies, the Friend of sinners dies! Lyrics: 1 He dies, the Friend of sinners dies!
Lo! Salem's daughters weep around.
A solemn darkness veils the skies;
a sudden trembling shakes the ground.
2 Here's love and grief beyond degree:
the Lord of glory dies for men;
but lo, what sudden joys we see!
Jesus, the dead, revives again.
3 The rising God forsakes the tomb!
The tomb in vain forbids His rise:
cherubic legions guard Him home,
And shout Him welcome to the skies.
4 Break off your tears, ye saints, and tell
how high your great Deliv'rer reigns.
Sing how He spoiled the hosts of hell,
and led the monster, Death, in chains.
5 Say: "Live forever, wondrous King,
born to redeem, and strong to save!"
Then ask the monster: "Where's thy sting?
And where's thy vict'ry, boasting grave?" Topics: Jesus Christ Suffering and Death Languages: English Tune Title: BLOCKLEY
He Dies, the Friend of Sinners Dies