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HYMN #0144 A&M #144 • Ancient & Modern Meter: L.M Hymns Ancient & Modern (638)

A&M Hymn #144: O Lord most High, Eternal King

Complete lyrics, stanzas, and pipe organ accompaniment • Hymns Ancient & Modern

1
This is the day which the Lord hath
ade,- we will rejoice and be glad
Alleluia ! Alleluia ! Alleluia !
O sons and daughters, let us sing !
2
The King of Heav'n, the glorious King,
O'er death to-day rose triumphing.
Alleluia !
That Easter morn, at break of day,
3
The faithful women went their way
To seek the tomb where Jesus lay.
Alleluia !
An Angel clad in white they see,
4
Who sat. and spake unto the three,
" Your Lord doth go to Galilee."
Alleluia !
That night th' Apostles met in fear •'
5
Amidst them came their Lord
ost dear, [here."
And said, (p) "My peace be on all
Alleluia !
6
When Thomas first the tidings
heard,
How they had seen the risen Lord,
He doubted the disciples' word.
7
Alieluia !
P " My pierced Side, 0 Thomas, see ;
My Hands, My Feet I show to thee ;
Not laitldess, but believing be."
8
Alleluia !
He saw the Feet, the Hands, the Side ;
" Thou art my Lord and G* D," he
ed. Alleluia !
9
How blest are they who have not seen,
And yet whose faith hath constant
For they eternal lite shall win.
Alleluia j
10
On this most holy day of days,
To God your hearts and voices raise
In laud, and jubilee, and praise.
Alleluia I
10
Amen.
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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "O Lord most High, Eternal King"

Collection: Hymns Ancient & Modern

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is designated as Hymn #144 in the venerable Hymns Ancient & Modern (1889 Standard Edition). Originally compiled under the guidance of the Rev. Sir Henry Williams Baker and a committee of dedicated church musicians, this hymnal harmonized historic Latin, Greek, and German hymnody with classical English psalmody.

It has served as a primary liturgical hymnal for the Church of England and the worldwide Anglican and Episcopal communion for generations, renowned for its doctrinal clarity and reverent choral tradition.

🕊️ Devotional Themes & Reflection

Composed of 11 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: L.M
  • Stanza Structure: 11 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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