HYMN #0783 SSS #783 • SS&S Meter: P.M. Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #783: The walls of Jericho were

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

The walls of Jericho were strong;
But stronger was the mighty Lord:
And He—the Captain of God’s host—
Had given them His faithful word:—
That if they would the walls surround,-
And would the trumpets blow;
He then would give them victory,
And overthrow their foe.

The gates of Jericho were strong—
They could not any stronger be:
But there was One who them defied—
And with the host of God was He.
No work for Him would be too great,
Too hard to undertake;
For He could burst the gates of brass
The bars of iron break.

And we, O Lord, are waging war
Against the mighty hosts of sin:
And neither skill nor strength have we,
So oft have we defeated been.
But if Thou wilt our Captain be,
Our weakened ranks command,
Then led by Thee we’ll face the foe.
His fierce assaults withstand.

Strong Son of God! we need more faith
In Thine almighty power to save:
Oh! hear the prayer of contrite hearts
As we Thy keeping grace would crave;
Help us to trust in Thee alone,
To save us every day;
Oh! make us, in the rest of faith,
Triumphant all the way.

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "The walls of Jericho were"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #783 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 4 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: 4 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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