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Jesus shall reign
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Jesus shall reign by Francis Duckworth — Lyrics
1 Jesus shall reign where'er the sun
does its successive journeys run,
his kingdom stretch from shore to shore,
till moons shall wax and wane no more.
2 To him shall endless prayer be made,
and praises throng to crown his head.
His name like sweet perfume shall rise
with every morning sacrifice.
3 People and realms of every tongue
dwell on his love with sweetest song,
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About Jesus shall reign
These words paint a grand vision of Christ's universal and everlasting reign, extending across all lands and through all time, from the sun's daily journey to the waxing and waning of the moon. The text speaks of continuous prayer and abundant praise, with peoples of every tongue and even infant voices proclaiming his love. It describes the blessings that flow from his rule: freedom for the oppressed, rest for the weary, and sustenance for the needy. This powerful hymn, set here for SATB choir, calls for a global response of devotion and honour to Christ the King, with all creation, including angelic hosts, joining in adoration.
