Light and Life Songs ‎#170

170. Hosanna! Hosanna!

1 “Hosanna! hosanna!” the children were singing,
Singing in Zion, the city so fair;
“Hosanna! hosanna!” glad echoes were ringing,
Cheerily floating upon the soft air.
Beautiful blossoms the breezes perfuming,
Spring at His feet, as the Master passed by;
But lilies far sweeter for Jesus are blooming,
Wherever praises ascend to the sky.

2 Hosanna! hosanna! the birds in the wildwood
Honor their Maker with carols of glee;
Hosanna! hosanna! the voices of childhood
Blend in a chorus more joyous and free.
“Who’s this that cometh, so meek and so lowly?”
Multitudes question; and children reply,
“Tis Jesus of Nazareth, blessed and holy,
Jesus, the Son of our Father on high.”

3 Hosanna! hosanna! the palm waved before Him,
Green, budding branches were strewn in His way;
Hosanna! hosanna! we, too, would adore Him,
Gratefully bringing love’s offering today.
Glory forever to Thee, risen Savior!
Still in Thy temple the little ones sing;
Now smile on our praises and grant us Thy favor;
Glory to Thee, our Redeemer and King!”

Text Information

• First Line: "Hosanna! hosanna!" the children were singing
• Title: Hosanna! Hosanna!
• Author: E. E. Hewitt
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1904

Tune Information

• Name: ["Hosanna! hosanna!" the children were singing]
• Arranger: Wm. J. Kirkpatrick