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The Lion of Judah

Fanny J. Crosby • English

Primary Scripture: Revelation 5:5

Verse 1

How sweetly o'er the mountain of Zion, lovely Zion, The anthem of ages comes sweeping along; The anthem of the faithful, we hear it, and, rejoicing, Our hearts in glad measure keep tune with the song.

Chorus

O the Lion of Judah hath triumphed forever, O the Lion of Judah is mighty and strong; Sweet anthem of the faithful, we hear it, and, rejoicing, Our hearts in glad measure keep tune with the song.

Verse 2

O happy, happy tidings, the kingdom now is opened. The seals are all broken; proclaim it afar; From bondage and oppression by Him we are delivered, The Lion of Judah, the bright Morning Star.

Chorus

O the Lion of Judah hath triumphed forever, O the Lion of Judah is mighty and strong; Sweet anthem of the faithful, we hear it, and, rejoicing, Our hearts in glad measure keep tune with the song.

Verse 3

Hosanna in the highest, all glory everlasting, The cross and its banner triumphant shall wave; Hosanna in the highest, all glory everlasting, The Lion of Judah His people will save.

Chorus

O the Lion of Judah hath triumphed forever, O the Lion of Judah is mighty and strong; Sweet anthem of the faithful, we hear it, and, rejoicing, Our hearts in glad measure keep tune with the song.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • revelation 5:5