Methodist Hymn and Tune Book ‎#137

137. He dies, the Friend of sinners dies!

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 man:
But lo, what sudden joys I 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 Deliverer reigns;
Sing how He spoiled the hosts of hell,
And led the monster death in chains.

5 Say, "Live for ever, wondrous King!
Born to redeem, and strong to save,"
Then ask the monster, "Where's thy sting?"
And, "Where's thy victory, boasting grave?"

Text Information

• First Line: He dies, the Friend of sinners dies!
• Author: Dr. Isaac Watts, 1674-1748
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1917
• Topic: Christ: Crucified; Christ: Resurrection of; The Son: Easter; Crucifixion; Easter Hymns; Resurrection: Of Christ; Jesus (See also Christ): Crucified

Tune Information

• Name: FEDERAL STREET
• Composer: Henry K. Oliver, 1800-1885
• Meter: L.M.
• Key: F Major or modal