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Give me the wings of faith to rise
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Give me the wings of faith to rise by Thomas Jarman — Lyrics
Give me the wings of faith to rise
Within the veil, and see
The saints above, how great their joys,
How bright their glories be.
Once they were mourning here below,
And wet their couch with tears;
They wrestled hard, as we do now,
With sins, and doubts, and fears.
I ask them whence their victory came,
They, with united breath,
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About Give me the wings of faith to rise
This hymn, Give me the wings of faith to rise, is well-suited for services of remembrance or for occasions focusing on the eternal hope of believers. The text explores the connection between earthly struggles and heavenly victory, drawing inspiration from the biblical 'cloud of witnesses'. It contrasts the suffering and doubt experienced by believers on earth with the overwhelming joy and peace found in the presence of God, attributing this ultimate triumph to Christ's sacrifice. Thomas Jarman's setting for SATB choir allows the full sound of the ensemble to express the grandeur of the text's message, offering a powerful affirmation of faith and ultimate rest.
