55. The holy Day of Rest

1 Welcome, sacred day of rest!
Sweet repose from worldly care;
Day above all days the best,
When our souls for heaven prepare;
Day, when our Redeemer rose,
Victor o'er the hosts of hell:
Thus he vanquished all our foes;
Let our lips his glory tell.

2 Gracious Lord! we love this day,
When we hear thy holy word;
When we sing thy praise, and pray,
Earth can no such joys afford:
But a better rest remains,
Heavenly Sabbaths, happier days,
Rest from sin, and rest from pains,
Endless joys, and endless praise.

Text Information
First Line: Welcome, sacred day of rest!
Title: The holy Day of Rest
Author: William Browne
Language: English
Publication Date: 1888
Scripture:
Topic: Opening of Service
Tune Information
Name: SABBATH
Composer: Lowell Mason
Meter: 7s, D
Key: G Major or modal



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