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Ho everyone that thirsts, draw nigh
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Ho everyone that thirsts, draw nigh by Zechariah Whelpdale — Lyrics
Ho! Every one that thirsts, draw nigh:
('Tis God invites the fallen race)
Mercy and free salvation buy;
Buy wine, and milk, and gospel grace.
Come to the living waters, come!
Sinners, obey your Maker's call;
Return, ye weary wanderers, home,
And find my grace is free for all.
See from the rock a fountain rise!
For you in healing streams it rolls:
Money ye need not bring, nor price,
Ye lab'ring, burthen'd, sinsick souls.
Nothing ye in exchange shall give;
Leave all you have and are behind;
Frankly the gift of God receive,
Pardon, and peace in Jesus find.
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About Ho everyone that thirsts, draw nigh
This anthem, Ho everyone that thirsts, draw nigh, is drawn from the rich tradition of English sacred music. Zechariah Whelpdale's setting is written for SATB choir and features the familiar words of the hymn, itself a powerful invitation to seek spiritual sustenance. The text emphasizes the freeness of God's grace, urging listeners to accept the gifts of mercy, pardon, and peace without cost. It speaks directly to the weary and burdened, offering the 'living waters' of salvation. This would be an appropriate choice for services focusing on themes of invitation, repentance, or divine generosity, and its straightforward message and SATB voicing make it accessible for many choirs.
