The Hymnal ‎#189

189. Hail, Thou Source of every blessing

1 Hail, Thou source of every blessing,
Sovereign Father of mankind!
Gentiles now, Thy grace possessing,
In Thy courts admission find.

2 Grateful now we fall before Thee,
In Thy Church obtain a place;
Now by faith behold Thy glory,
Praise Thy truth, adore Thy grace.

3 Once far off, but now invited,
We approach Thy sacred throne;
In Thy covenant united,
Reconciled, redeemed, made one.

4 Now revealed to Eastern sages,
See the star of mercy shine:
Mystery hid in former ages,
Mystery great of love Divine.

5 Hail, Thou manifested Saviour!
Gentiles now their offerings bring;
In Thy temple seek Thy favor,
Jesus Christ, our Lord and King.

6 May we, body, soul, and spirit,
Live devoted to Thy praise,
Glorious realms of bliss inherit,
Grateful anthems ever raise.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Hail, Thou Source of every blessing
• Author: Rev. Basil Woodd (c. 1810-1820, v. 5, ln 1, alt.)
• Publication Date: 1895

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