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Far above in highest heaven
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Far above in highest heaven by Frederick Flaxington Harker — Lyrics
1 Far above in highest Heaven,
Jesus reigns, our Lord and King;
He His life for us has given;
He did life eternal bring.
Sing then, children, sing with gladness;
Loud let grateful anthems ring!
Jesus is the children’s Saviour,
Jesus is the children’s King.
2 Once on earth the children praised Him,
And hosanna was their cry;
Now that God to Heaven has raised Him,
Loud they praise Him in the sky.
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About Far above in highest heaven
The words of this hymn express the joy and gratitude of children praising Jesus, our Lord and King, who reigns in heaven. The text calls for young voices to sing with gladness of the eternal life He brings and the salvation He offers. It recalls how children praised Him on earth, and how they continue to praise Him in heaven. The composer Frederick Flaxington Harker sets this uplifting English text for SATB choir, creating a piece that encourages a strong, clear proclamation of faith. It is a sacred work, suitable for settings where a message of devotion and childlike praise is desired.
