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Be glad then, O children of Zion
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Be glad then, O children of Zion by Alfred Hollins — Lyrics
Come, and let us return unto the Lord: for he hath torn, and he will heal us; he hath smitten, and he will bind us up.
After two days will he revive us: in the third day he will raise us up, and we shall live in his sight.
Be glad then, ye children of Zion, and rejoice in the Lord your God:
I know that my redeemer liveth.
For now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the firstfruits of them that sleep.
Jesu, King of Gentleness,
Do Thou Thyself our hearts possess,
That we may give Thee all our days
The tribute of our grateful praise.
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About Be glad then, O children of Zion
Alfred Hollins's anthem Be glad then, O children of Zion opens with a spirit of exultation, immediately establishing a joyful and uplifting mood. This SATB setting in English draws text from the Old Testament, with an opening that speaks of repentance and the Lord's healing power. It then transitions to the profound hope of the resurrection, culminating in a fervent prayer for Christ's presence and protection, particularly during Eastertide. The music echoes the text's progression from penitence to jubilant praise and confident faith. This sacred anthem is designed to inspire and affirm the Christian message of redemption and eternal life, making it a powerful choice for Easter services or any occasion focusing on God's faithfulness.
