There’s a land that is fairer than day
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{title: There's a land that is fairer than day}
{key: C}
{verse}
[C] There's a land that is fairer than day,
[F] And by faith we can see it afar,
[C] For the father waits over the way,
[G] To prepare us a dwelling place there.
{chorus}
[C] In the sweet bye and bye,
[F] We shall meet on that beautiful shore;
[C] In the sweet bye and bye,
[G] We shall meet on that beautiful shore.
{verse}
[C] We shall sing on that beautiful shore,
[F] The melodious songs of the blest,
[C] And our spirits shall sorrow no more,
[G] Not a sigh for the blessing of rest.
{verse}
[C] To our bountiful Father above,
[F] We will offer our tribute of praise,
[C] For the glorious gift of his love,
[G] And the blessings that hallow our days.
{verse}
[C] We shall meet, we shall sing, we shall reign,
[F] In the land where the saved never die;
[C] We shall rest free from sorrow and pain,
[G] Safe at home in the sweet bye and bye.
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There's a land that is fairer than day,
And by faith we can see it afar,
For the father waits over the way,
To prepare us a dwelling place there.
Chorus:
In the sweet bye and bye,
We shall meet on that beautiful shore;
In the sweet bye and bye,
We shall meet on that beautiful shore.
We shall sing on that beautiful shore,
The melodious songs of the blest,
And our spirits shall sorrow no more,
Not a sigh for the blessing of rest.
To our bountiful Father above,
We will offer our tribute of praise,
For the glorious gift of his love,
And the blessings that hallow our days.
We shall meet, we shall sing, we shall reign,
In the land where the saved never die;
We shall rest free from sorrow and pain,
Safe at home in the sweet bye and bye.
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About This Hymn
"There's a Land That Is Fairer Than Day" is a hymn that reflects the Christian longing for a heavenly home. Written by the American hymn writer and poet, Sanford F. Bennett, the hymn was first published in 1868. Inspired by his faith and personal experiences, Bennett sought to convey the hope of eternal life and the promise of a paradise beyond the hardships of earthly life. The hymn's melody was composed by John R. Sweney, a well-known composer of gospel music in the 19th century. With its optimistic and uplifting tone, the hymn has been a source of comfort for many, particularly during times of grief or loss, as it focuses on the beauty and peace of the afterlife. The simple yet profound lyrics invite believers to imagine a place of everlasting joy, where sorrow and pain no longer exist. This hymn remains a staple in Christian worship, emphasizing the eternal promises of faith.