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Come, ye thankful people, come
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Come, ye thankful people, come by Joseph Barnby — Lyrics
Come, ye thankful people, come,
Raise the song of harvesthome;
All is safely gathered in,
Ere the winter storms begin.
God our Maker doth provide
For our wants to be supplied;
Come to God's own temple, come,
Raise the song of harvesthome.
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About Come, ye thankful people, come
This well-loved hymn is ideal for harvest festivals, celebrating the successful gathering of crops. The text speaks of God's provision and the cyclical nature of the harvest, from the first blade to the full ear of corn. It calls for thankfulness and acknowledges that all the world is God's field, yielding fruit for his praise. The SATB voicing provides a rich setting for this message, suitable for congregational singing or as a reflective anthem. The music by Joseph Barnby offers a strong, familiar melody, making it an accessible and uplifting choice for choirs seeking to mark this significant occasion in the church calendar.
