The Works of the Reverend and Learned Isaac Watts, D. D. Containing, besides his Sermons, and Essays on miscellaneous subjects, several additional pieces, Selected from his Manuscripts by the Rev. Dr. Jennings, and the Rev. Dr. Doddridge, in 1753: to which are prefixed, memoirs of the life of the author, compiled by the Rev. George Burder. In six volumes |
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PSALM 118. v. 22–27. (S. M.) An Hosanna for the Lord's Day; or, a new Song of Salvation by Christ.
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See what a living stoneThe builders did refuse;
Yet God hath built his church thereon
In spite of envious Jews.
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The scribe and angry priestReject thine only Son;
Yet on this rock shall Zion rest
As the chief corner-stone.
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The work, O Lord, is thine,And wondrous in our eyes;
This day declares it all divine,
This day did Jesus rise.
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This is the glorious dayThat our Redeemer made;
Let us rejoice, and sing, and pray,
Let all the church be glad.
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Hosanna to the KingOf David's royal blood:
Bless him, ye saints; he comes to bring
Salvation from your God.
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We bless thine holy word,Which all this grace displays;
And offer on thine altar, Lord,
Our sacrifice of praise.
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