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Blessed are the heirs of heaven
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Blessed are the heirs of heaven by Hart Pease Danks — Lyrics
The composer set the 1st of 3 verses:
1 Blessed are the heirs of heaven,
The dead, who die in Christ forgiven,
They from their labors have release;
Saith the Spirit: they are resting.
No sting of death is them molesting,
For they have found the home of peace;
In peace they sweetly rest,
Forever they are blest,
Hallelujah!
Before God's throne to His dear Son
Do follow them their works well done.
2 Glory, honor and thanksgiving,
Be unto God the everliving,
And to the Lamb for sinners slain!
Ransomed host that now victorious
Have won the crown of life all glorious,
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About Blessed are the heirs of heaven
Blessed are the heirs of heaven opens with a gentle, flowing melody that immediately establishes a mood of peaceful assurance. The SATB choir is employed with skill, creating rich harmonies that underscore the text's message of eternal rest and reward. Danks’ setting of these comforting words, drawn from a hymn text on the blessings of the faithful departed, highlights the serenity found by those who die in Christ. The music builds gently, reaching moments of exultation, particularly in the repeated Hallelujah! sections, before returning to its tranquil, homophonic texture. This is an anthem of quiet strength and profound spiritual comfort, ideal for services focused on remembrance or the promise of eternal peace.
