HYMN #1021 SSS #1021 • SS&S Meter: P.M. Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #1021: Who, who are these ?

Complete lyrics, stanzas, and pipe organ accompaniment • Sacred Songs & Solos

1

Who, who are these beside the chilly wave,
Just on the borders of the silent grave,
Shouting Jesus’ power to save,
"Washed in the blood of the Lamb"?
"Sweeping through the gates" of the New Jerusalem,"
"Washed in the blood of the Lamb."

2

These, these are they who, in their youthful days,
Found Jesus early, and in wisdom’s ways
Proved the fulness of His grace,
"Washed in the blood of the Lamb."

3

These, these are they who, in affliction’s woes,
Ever have found in Jesus calm repose,
Such as from a pure heart flows,
"Washed in the blood of the Lamb."

4

These, these are they who, in the conflict dire,
Boldly have stood amid the hottest fire;
Jesus now says:" Come up higher,"
"Washed in the blood of the Lamb."

5

Safe, safe upon the ever-shining shore,
Sin, pain, and death, and sorrow, all are o’er;
Happy now and evermore,
"Washed in the blood of the Lamb."

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "Who, who are these ?"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #1021 in Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200 Hymns), compiled by the American gospel singer and hymnologist Ira David Sankey (1840–1908).

Sankey popularized these sacred songs during the transatlantic evangelistic campaigns led alongside Dwight L. Moody between 1873 and 1903. The compilation became one of the most widely printed hymnals in Christendom, cherished by Methodist, Baptist, Anglican, Presbyterian, and Pentecostal congregations throughout the world.

🕊️ Devotional Themes & Reflection

Composed of 5 stanzas, the text centers on foundational biblical themes: adoration and praise to God, humble reliance upon divine grace, steadfast faith amid trials, and the everlasting hope of salvation in Jesus Christ.

Whether sung during Sunday corporate worship or read during family devotions and personal prayer, these stanzas guide the believer to reflect on God's unending mercies and steadfast faithfulness across every season of life.

🎼 Musical Structure & Liturgy

Poetic Meter: P.M.
Stanza Structure: 5 Verses with cathedral pipe organ accompaniment
Liturgical Placement: Suitable as an Opening Hymn of Praise, Call to Worship, Offertory, or Closing Doxology
Pipe Organ Audio: Multi-verse accompaniment synthesized to support organists, choir rehearsals, and home worship

⚖️ Public Domain Archival: This historic hymn text and tune are in the worldwide public domain and may be freely printed in church bulletins or projected for public worship.

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