HYMN #0989 SSS #989 • SS&S Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #989: There is a Paradise of rest

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

There is a Paradise of rest,
On yonder tranquil shore;
Beyond the shadow and the gloom of night,
Where toil and tears are o’er.

Meet me there! . . . oh, meet me there I . . .
At the dawning of that morning bright and fair;
Meet me there! . . . oh, meet me there! . . .
In the land beyond the river, meet me there!

There is a City crowned with light,
Its joy no tongue can tell;
For they who enter shall behold the King,
And in His presence dwell.

There is a crown laid up on high,
That Christ the Lord will give
To those who patiently His coming wait,
And for His glory live.

Oh, then, be faithful unto death,
Press on the heavenly way;
That we may enter through the Gates of Life
To realms of endless day.

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "There is a Paradise of rest"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #989 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: Standard Metrical Hymnody
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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