The Hymnal ‎#693

693. Around the throne of God in heaven

1 Around the throne of God in heaven
Thousands of children stand,
Children whose sins are all forgiven,
A holy, happy band,
Singing, "Glory, glory,
Glory be to God on high."

2 In flowing robes of spotless white
See every one arrayed;
Dwelling in everlasting light
And joys that never fade,
Singing, "Glory, glory,
Glory be to God on high."

3 What brought them to that world above,
That heaven so bright and fair,
Where all is peace, and joy, and love;
How came those children there,
Singing, "Glory, glory,
Glory be to God on high?"

4 Because the Saviour shed His blood
To wash away their sin;
Bathed in that pure and precious flood,
Behold them white and clean,
Singing, "Glory, glory,
Glory be to God on high."

5 On earth they sought the Saviour's grace,
On earth they loved His Name;
So now they see His blessed face,
And stand before the Lamb,
Singing, "Glory, glory,
Glory be to God on high."

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Around the throne of God in heaven
• Author: Anne H. Shepherd (c. 1835, alt.)
• Refrain First Line: Singing glory, glory
• Publication Date: 1895
• Notes: Verse 4, line 3, and refrain, alt.

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