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CXVIII. The Excellency of the priesthood of Christ

1 'Midst all the priests of Jewish race,
Jesus the most illustrious stands:
The radiant beauty of his face
Superior love and awe demands.

2 Not Aaron or Melchizedeck
Cou'd claim such high descent as he;
His nature and his name bespeak
His unexampled pedigree.

3 Descending from the throne above,
He bears th' endearing name of son;
Dress'd in our flesh and mov'd by love,
He puts his priestly garments on.

4 So! he presents his sacrifice,
An off'ring most divinely sweet;
While clouds of fragrent incense rise,
And cover o'er the mercy seat.

5 The father with approving smile
Accepts the off'ring of his son:
New joys the wond'ring angels feel,
And haste to bear the tidings down.

6 The welcome news their lips repeat,
Gives sacred pleasure to my breast:
Henceforth, my soul, thy cause commit
To Christ, thy advocate and priest.

Text Information

• First Line: 'Midst all the priests of Jewish race
• Title: The Excellency of the priesthood of Christ
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1799
• Topic: Priesthood of Christ, its excellency; Christ: His Priesthood
• Notes: Now Public Domain.

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