Hymns for Christian Devotion
by John G. Adams | 1853 | 124,404 words
This book is a 19th century collection of hymns intended to enhance the worship experience for a diverse Christian audience. The compilers emphasize that the book is to improve upon the existing hymn books by incorporating a broad range of lyrics that cater to a progressive and philanthropic Christian ethos. The songs are selected for their devotio...
Hymn 302 - The Cloud and Pillar of Fire
Author: Richards;
Meter: L. M.
Verse 1:
Long as the darkening cloud abode,
So long did ancient Israel rest;
Nor moved they, till the guiding Lord
In brighter garments stood confest.
Verse 2:
Father of spirits, Light of light,
Lift up the cloud, and rend the veil;
Shine forth in fire, amid that night,
Whose blackness makes the heart to fail.
Verse 3:
'T is done! to Christ the power is given;
His death has rent the veil away,
Our great Forerunner entered heaven,
And oped the gate of endless day.
Verse 4:
Nor shall those mists that brood o'er time,
Forever blind the mental eye;
They backward roll, and light sublime
Beams glory from our God on high.
Verse 5:
Adoring nations hail the dawn,
All kingdoms bless the noontide beam,
And light, unfolding life's full morn,
Is vast creation's deathless theme.
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