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Hail the day that sees him rise
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Hail the day that sees him rise by Mark Liversidge — Lyrics
WESLEY'S VERSION OF 1746
Hail the day that sees him rise,
Ravished from our wishful eyes!
Christ, a while to mortals given,
Reascends his native heaven.
There the pompous triumph waits:
Lift your heads, eternal gates!
Wide unfold the radiant scene,
Take the King of Glory in.
Circled round with angelpow’rs,
Their triumphant Lord and ours,
Conqueror o’er death, hell, and sin,
Take the King of Glory in.
Him though highest heaven receives,
Still he loves the earth he leaves;
Though returning to his throne,
Still he calls mankind his own.
See, he lifts his hands above!
See, he shows the prints of love!
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About Hail the day that sees him rise
This anthem by Mark Liversidge celebrates the Ascension of Christ, focusing on the triumphant return of Jesus to his heavenly Father. The text, based on Charles Wesley's hymn, expresses the joy and awe of Christ's ascension, highlighting his victory over death and sin. It describes the heavenly gates opening to receive him, surrounded by angels. The music, set for SATB choir, can be used to convey the grandeur and spiritual significance of this Easter season event. The choir can bring out the uplifting message of Christ's continued love for humanity and his blessings bestowed upon his church.
