Joy fills the dwelling of the just

Verse 1

Joy fills the dwelling of the just, Whom God has saved from harm; For wondrous things are brought to pass By His Almighty arm.

Verse 2

Then open wide the temple gates To which the just repair, That I may enter in, and praise My great Deliverer there.

Verse 3

That which the builders once refused, Is now the Corner-stone: This is the wondrous work of God, The work of God alone.

Verse 4

This day is god's; let all the lands Exalt their cheerful voice: "Lord, we beseech Thee, save us now, And make us still rejoice."

Verse 5

O then with me give thanks to God, who still does gracious prove; And let the tribute of our praise Be endless as His love.