HYMN #0443 A&M #443 • Ancient & Modern Meter: S.M Hymns Ancient & Modern (638)

A&M Hymn #443: For man the Saviour shed

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

1

These, before God's Throne who
Each a golden crown is wearing,
Who are ail this glorious band?
Alleluia, hark ! they sing,

2

Praising loud their heavenly King.
Who are these in dazzling bright-
Clothed in God's own righteousness.
These, whose robes of purest whiteness

3

Shall their lustre stnl possess,
Still untouch'd by time's rude
hand ? [band ?
Whence came all this glorious

4

ALL SAINTS' DAY.
These are they who have contended
For their Saviour's honour long,
Wrestling on till life was ended,

5

Following not the sinful throng :
These, who well the fight sustam'd,
Triumph by tne Lamb have gain'd.
These are they whose hearts were

6

Sore with woe and anguish tried,
Who in prayer full oft have striven
With the God they glorified ;
Now, their painful conflict o'er,

7

God has bid them weep no more.
?nf These, the Almighty contemplat-
Did as priests before Him stand,
Soul and body always waiting

8

Day and night at His command :
Now in God's most holy place
Blest they stand before His Face.

8

Amen.

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "For man the Saviour shed"

Collection: Hymns Ancient & Modern

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is designated as Hymn #443 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 9 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: S.M
Stanza Structure: 9 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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