Journeysongs (3rd ed.) ‎#401

401. Jesus Christ Is Risen Today

Text Information

• First Line: Jesus Christ is ris'n today, Alleluia!
• Title: Jesus Christ Is Risen Today
• Author (vs. 4): Charles Wesley, 1707-1788 (alt.)
• Meter: 77 77 with alleluias
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2012
• Scripture:
  Luke 24:6
  ;
  Luke 24:48
  ;
  Matthew 28:1-9
  ;
  Romans 6:9-10
  ;
  1 Corinthians 15:3-4
  ;
  Hebrews 12:2
  ;
  1 Peter 1:3
• Topic: The Liturgical Year: Easter (Sundays and Weekdays)
• Source: Verse 1: Latin, 14th cent.; para. in Lyra Davidica, 1708, alt.; Verses 2-3 The Compleat Psalmodist, ca. 1750, alt.

Tune Information

• Name: EASTER HYMN
• Meter: 77 77 with alleluias
• Key: C Major
• Source: Lyra Davidica, 1708 (later form of melody)