Author: J. Montgomery (1771-1854) Hymnal: Hymns for Today's Church (2nd ed.) #350 (1987) Meter: 7.7.7.7 Topics: The Creation Lyrics: 1 Songs of praise the angels sang,
heaven with alleluias rang
when creation was begun;
when God spoke, and it was done.
2 Songs of praise announced the dawn
when the Prince of peace was born;
songs of praise arose when He
captive led captivity.
3 Heaven and earth must pass away —
songs of praise shall crown that day!
God will make new heavens and earth —
songs of praise shall hail their birth!
4 And must we alone be dumb
till that glorious kingdom come?
No! the church delights to raise
psalms and hymns and songs of praise.
5 Saints below, with heart and voice
still in songs of praise rejoice;
learning here by faith and love,
songs of praise to sing above.
6 Hymns of glory, songs of praise,
Father, these to you we raise;
Saviour, Jesus, risen Lord,
with the Spirit be adored. Languages: English Tune Title: NORTHAMPTON
Songs of praise the angels sang