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From glory to glory advancing
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Andrew Sims
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From glory to glory advancing by Gustav Holst — Lyrics
From glory to glory advancing, we praise thee, O Lord;
thy name with the Father and Spirit be ever adored.
From strength unto strength we go forward on Sion’s highway,
to appear before God in the city of infinite day.
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About From glory to glory advancing
This hymn text expresses a journey of spiritual progress, from 'glory to glory advancing' and 'strength unto strength'. It speaks of a forward movement towards a divine destination, the 'city of infinite day', where saints on earth and in heaven share 'one heart and one song'. The composer's setting of this English text for SATB voices creates a powerful anthem of praise and thanksgiving. It is a declaration of faith, offering adoration to God and praying for divine presence and preparation for eternal service. The hymn's message is one of resolute optimism and enduring devotion, fitting for a sacred context.
