Hymns of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ‎#68

68. A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

A mighty fortress is our God,
A tower of strength ne’er failing.
A helper mighty is our God,
O’er ills of life prevailing.
He overcometh all.
He saveth from the Fall.
His might and pow’r are great.
He all things did create.
And he shall reign for evermore.

Text Information

• First Line: A mighty fortress is our God
• Title: A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
• Author: Martin Luther, 1483–1546 (adapted)
• Meter: 8 7 8 7 6 6 6 6 8
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1985
• Scripture:
  2 Samuel 22:2-3
  ;
  Psalm 18:1-2
• Topic: Assurance; Praise; Praise and Thanksgiving; Worship

Tune Information

• Name: EIN' FESTE BURG
• Composer (attributed to): Martin Luther, 1483–1546
• Meter: 8 7 8 7 6 6 6 6 8
• Incipit: 11156 71765 17656
• Key: D Major