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Christian, the morn breaks sweetly o'er thee
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Christian, the morn breaks sweetly o'er thee by Harry Rowe Shelley — Lyrics
1 Christian, the morn breaks sweetly o'er thee
And all the midnight shadows flee;
Ting'd are the distant skies with glory,
A beacon light hangs out for thee.
Arise! arise! the light breaks o'er thee,
Thy name is graven on the throne;
Thy home is in that world of glory
Where thy Redeemer reigns alone.
2 Toss'd on the rude, relentless surges,
Calmly compos'd and dauntless, stand;
For lo, beyond these scenes emerges
The hights that bound the promis'd land.
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About Christian, the morn breaks sweetly o'er thee
This anthem for SATB voices, with English text, paints a vivid picture of spiritual awakening and ultimate triumph. The lyrics speak of morning light dispelling darkness, symbolizing hope and divine presence. They urge the listener to arise, assured of their divine calling and eternal home. The text then transitions to imagery of navigating life's challenges, likening them to turbulent seas, but reassures the faithful that beyond these trials lies a promised land, free from storms. This hopeful message is reinforced by the sound of heavenly hosts cheering the faithful onward. Harry Rowe Shelley's setting offers a powerful and uplifting musical reflection on faith and salvation.
