Author: E. Caswall Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 254 hymnals Lyrics: 1 O Jesus, King most wonderful,
thou Conqueror renowned,
thou sweetness most ineffable,
in whom all joys are found,
2 when once thou visitest the heart,
then truth begins to shine,
then earthly vanities depart,
then kindles love divine.
3 May ev'ry heart confess thy name,
and ever thee adore,
and, seeking thee, itself inflame
to seek thee more and more.
4 Thee may our tongues forever bless,
thee may we love alone,
and ever in our lives express
the image of thine own.
Used With Tune: LAND OF REST Text Sources: Jesu, rex admirabile, medieval Latin lyric
O Jesus, King Most Wonderful