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Hymn 143
L.M.
1. He reigns!—the Lord, the Savior reigns!
Sing to his name in lofty strains;
Let all the earth in songs rejoice,
And in his praise exalt their voice.
2. Deep are his counsels, and unknown:
But grace and truth support his throne:
Though gloomy clouds his way surround,
Justice is their eternal ground.
3. In robes of judgment, lo! he comes,
Shakes the wide earth—and cleaves the tombs;
Before him burns devouring fire—
The mountains melt—the seas retire.
4. His enemies, with sore dismay,
Fly from the sight—and shun the day:
Then lift your heads, ye saints, on high,
And sing for your redemption's nigh.
