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Come, thou long-expected Jesus
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Come, thou long-expected Jesus by John Stainer — Lyrics
Come, thou longexpected Jesus,
Born to set thy people free;
From our fears and sins release us,
Let us find our rest in thee.
Israel's strength and consolation,
Hope of all the earth thou art;
Dear desire of ev'ry nation,
Joy of ev'ry longing heart.
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About Come, thou long-expected Jesus
Sir John Stainer's setting of Come, thou long-expected Jesus is for SATB choir and piano. The text, a famous Christmas hymn by Charles Wesley, expresses profound longing for the coming of the Saviour, seeing him as Israel's strength and consolation, the desire of every nation, and the joy of every longing heart. Wesley reflects on Jesus's dual nature as a child and a king, praying for his kingdom to be brought to earth and for his spirit to rule in our hearts. The hymn concludes with a prayer for redemption and ascension through Christ's merit. Stainer's familiar tune is widely sung and brings out the devotional and hopeful character of the words.
