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Again the Lord of Light and Life

Anna L. Barbauld • English

Primary Scripture: Matthew 21:9

Verse 1

Again the Lord of light and life Awakes the kindling ray, Dispels the darkness of the night, And pours increasing day.

Verse 2

O what a night was that which wrapt A guilty world in gloom! O what a sun, which rose this day Triumphant from the tomb!

Verse 3

This day be grateful homage paid, And loud hosannas sung; Let gladness dwell in every heart, And praise on every tongue.

Verse 4

Ten thousand thousand lips shall join To hail this happy morn, Which scatters blessings from its wings On nations yet unborn.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • matthew 21:9

Reference 2

  • luke 24:1-7

Reference 3

  • john 20:1-18

Reference 4

  • 1-corinthians 15:20

Reference 5

  • 2-timothy 1:10

Reference 6

  • hebrews 13:20

Reference 7

  • 1-peter 2:25

Reference 8

  • 1-john 1:5