Author: Francis Pott (1832-1909) Hymnal: Common Praise (1998) #212 (1998) Meter: 8.8.8 with refrain Hymnal Title: Common Praise (1998) First Line: The strife is o'er, the battle done Lyrics: Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
1 The strife is o'er, the battle done,
now is the victor's triumph won;
O let the song of praise be sung:
alleluia!
2 Death's mightiest powers have done their worst,
and Jesus hath his foes dispersed:
let shouts of praise and joy outburst:
alleluia!
3 He closed the yawning gates of hell;
the bars from heaven's high portals fell.
Let songs of praise his triumphs tell:
alleluia!
4 On the third morn he rose again,
glorious in majesty to reign.
O let us swell the joyful strain:
alleluia!
5 Lord, by the stripes which wounded thee,
from death's dread sting thy servants free,
that we may live and sing to thee:
alleluia! Topics: Easter (season) Scripture: Isaiah 52:13-15; 53 Languages: English Tune Title: VICTORY
Alleluia! The Strife Is O'er