A Selection of Hymns ‎#CLIV

CLIV. Christ's Intercession typified by Aaron's Breastplate

1 Now let our cheerful eyes survey
Our great high priest above,
And celebrate his constant care,
And sympathetic love.

2 Tho' rais'd to a superior throne,
Where angels bow around,
And high o'er all the shining train
With matchless honors crown'd;

3 The names of all his saints he bears,
Deep graven on his heart;
Nor shall the meanest christian say
That he has lost his part.

4 Those characters shall fair abide,
Our everlasting trust,
When gems, and monuments, and crowns
Have moulder'd down to dust.

5 So, gracious savior, on my breast
May thy dear name be worn,
A sacred ornament and guard,
To endless ages borne!

Text Information

• First Line: Now let our cheerful eyes survey
• Title: Christ's Intercession typified by Aaron's Breastplate
• Author: Dr. Doddridge
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1792
• Scripture:
  Exodus 28:29
• Topic: The Intercession of Christ; Aaron, his breast plate; Christ: The true Aaron; Intercession of Christ: Typified by Aaron's breast plate
• Notes: Public Domain.

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