HYMN #0557 A&M #557 • Ancient & Modern Meter: D.C.M Hymns Ancient & Modern (638)

A&M Hymn #557: Hail, Body true, of Mary born

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

Hail, Body true, of Mary born,
and in the manger laid,
That once with thorn and scourging
n wast on the Cross display 'd,'
P That every eye might there descry
th' uplifted Sacrifice,
Which once for all to God on
high paid our redemption's price 1

Hail, precious Blood, by true descent
awn from our own first sire,
Yet innocent of that fell taint which
lls our veins with fire,
Once from the side of Him that died
or love of us His kin
Drain'd an atonement to provide and
wash away our sin 1

Still Thou art there amidst us, Lokd,
unchangeably the same,
When at Thv board with one accord
Thv promises we claim ;
But lo ! the way Thou com'st to-day
• is one where bread and wine
How glorious is that Body now,
throned on the Throne of Heav'n !

'The Angels bow, and marvel how
us on earth 'tis given ;
Oh, to discern what splendours
burn within these veils of His,—
That faith could into vision turn,
and see Him as He is :
HOLY COMMUNION.
How mighty is the Blood that ran

or sinful nature's needs !
It broke the ban, it rescued man ;
t lives, and speaks, and pleads :
And all who sup from this blest Cup
n faith and hope and love,
Shall prove that death is swallow'd
up in richer life above.

Amen.

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "Hail, Body true, of Mary born"

Collection: Hymns Ancient & Modern

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is designated as Hymn #557 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 6 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: D.C.M
Stanza Structure: 6 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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