Verse 1

GLAD was my heart to hear My old companions say: Come, in the house of God appear, For ’tis an holy day.

Verse 2

Our willing feet shall stand Within the temple door, While young and old, in many a band, Shall throng the sacred floor.

Verse 3

Thither the tribes repair, Where all are wont to meet, And joyful in the house of prayer Bend at the mercy-seat.

Verse 4

Pray for Jerusalem, The city of our God; The Lord from heaven be kind to them That love the dear abode!

Verse 5

Within these walls may peace And harmony be found; Zion, in all thy palaces Prosperity abound!

Verse 6

For friends and brethren dear, Our prayer shall never cease; Oft as they meet for worship here, God send his people peace!

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