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Hamburgh
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Hamburgh by Philo Sherman — Lyrics
Life is the time to serve the Lord,
The time to ensure the great reward;
And while the lamp holds out to burn,
The vilest sinner may return.
Life is the hour that God has given
To 'scape from hell and fly to heaven;
The day of grace, and mortals may
Secure the blessings of the day.
The living know that they must die,
But all the dead forgotten lie;
Their memory and their sense is gone,
Alike unknowing and unknown.
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About Hamburgh
The words of Hamburgh urge the listener to make the most of life to secure salvation. The text reflects on the transient nature of earthly existence and the finality of death, emphasizing the urgency of the present moment for spiritual attainment. This setting is for SATB choir with an optional TTB part for lower voices, sung in English. As a sacred hymn, it offers a powerful message for contemplation and commitment, suitable for services where a call to immediate faith is appropriate.
