How bright these glorious spirits shine
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[C] How bright these glorious spirits shine!
[Am] Whence all their white array?
[F] How came they to the blissful seats
[G] Of everlasting day?
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[C] Lo! these are they, from sufferings great,
[Am] Who came to realms of light;
[F] And in the blood of Christ have wash'd
[G] Those robes, which shine so bright.
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[C] Now, with triumphant palms, they stand
[Am] Before the throne on high
[F] And serve the God they love, amidst
[G] The glories of the sky,
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[C] His presence fills each heart with joy,
[Am] Tunes every mouth to sing;
[F] By day, by night, the sacred courts
[G] With glad Hosannas ring.
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[C] The Lamb, which dwells amidst the throne,
[Am] Shall o'er them still preside,
[F] Feed them with nourishment divine,
[G] And all their footsteps guide.
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[C] In pastures green He'll lead his flock
[Am] Where living streams appear;
[F] And God the Lord from every eye
[G] Shall wipe off every tear.
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How bright these glorious spirits shine!
Whence all their white array?
How came they to the blissful seats
Of everlasting day?
Lo! these are they, from sufferings great,
Who came to realms of light;
And in the blood of Christ have wash'd
Those robes, which shine so bright.
Now, with triumphant palms, they stand
Before the throne on high
And serve the God they love, amidst
The glories of the sky,
His presence fills each heart with joy,
Tunes every mouth to sing;
By day, by night, the sacred courts
With glad Hosannas ring.
The Lamb, which dwells amidst the throne,
Shall o'er them still preside,
Feed them with nourishment divine,
And all their footsteps guide.
In pastures green He'll lead his flock
Where living streams appear;
And God the Lord from every eye
Shall wipe off every tear.
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About This Hymn
"How Bright These Glorious Spirits Shine" is a Christian hymn that reflects the glory and radiance of the saints in heaven. The hymn is often sung in the context of honoring the faithful who have passed on, particularly in relation to All Saints’ Day or memorial services. It was written by William Walsham How, an English bishop and hymn writer, known for his deeply spiritual and reflective works. How's hymns often focused on themes of divine light, eternal life, and the victory over death, and this particular hymn expresses the beauty of the heavenly realm and the joy of those who have entered it. The hymn's imagery emphasizes the brilliance and purity of the spirits of the saints, portraying them as shining in the presence of God. While the exact date of its composition is uncertain, it remains a beloved piece in the Christian tradition, symbolizing hope and the promise of eternal life.