Now praise we great and famous men
William G. Tarrant • English
Primary Scripture: Sirach 44:1-7
Verse 1
Now praise we great and famous men, The fathers named in story; And praise the Lord who now as then Reveals in man His glory.
Verse 2
Praise we the wise and brave and strong, Who graced their generation; Who helped the right, and fought the wrong, And made our folk a nation.
Verse 3
Praise we the great of heart and mind, The singers sweetly gifted, Whose music like a mighty wind The souls of men uplifted.
Verse 4
Praise we the peaceful men of skill Who builded homes of beauty, And, rich in art, made richer still The brotherhood of duty.
Verse 5
So praise we great and famous men, The fathers, named in story; And praise the Lord who now as then Reveals in man His glory. Amen.
Scripture References
Reference 1
- Sirach 44:1-7