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Hail, O Source of Every Blessing

Basil Woodd (alt.) • English

Primary Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6

Verse 1

Hail, thou Source of every blessing, sovereign Father of mankind! Gentiles now, thy grace possessing, in thy courts admission find.

Verse 2

Once far off, but now invited, we approach thy sacred throne; in thy covenant united, reconciled, redeemed, made one.

Verse 3

Now revealed to eastern sages, see the star of mercy shine, mystery hid in former ages, mystery great of love divine.

Verse 4

Hail, thou universal Saviour! Gentiles now their offerings bring, in thy temple seek thy favour, Jesu Christ, our Lord and King.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • isaiah 60:1-6

Reference 2

  • matthew 2:11

Reference 3

  • ephesians 2:12-13

Reference 4

  • revelation 21:22-27