Author: Robert Lowry, 1825-1899 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #423 (2006) Meter: 8.7.8.7 with refrain Hymnal Title: Evangelical Lutheran Worship Refrain First Line: Yes, we'll gather at the rivier Lyrics: 1 Shall we gather at the river,
where bright angel feet have trod,
with its crystal tide forever
flowing by the throne of God?
Refrain:
Yes, we’ll gather at the river,
the beautiful, the beautiful river;
gather with the saints at the river
that flows by the throne of God.
2 On the margin of the river,
washing up its silver spray,
we will walk and worship ever,
all the happy golden day. [Refrain]
3 Ere we reach the shining river,
lay we ev'ry burden down;
grace our spirits will deliver,
and provide a robe and crown. [Refrain]
4 Soon we’ll reach the shining river,
soon our pilgrimage will cease;
soon our happy hearts will quiver
with the melody of peace. [Refrain] Topics: Comfort, Rest; Festivals, Commemorations; Comfort, Rest; Festivals, Commemorations; Heaven; Holy Baptism Languages: English Tune Title: HANSON PLACE
Shall We Gather at the River