Shall we gather at the river, Where bright angel feet have trod,
With its crystal tide for ever, Flowing by the throne of God?
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Yes, we'll gather at the river The beautiful, the beautiful river,
Gather with the saints at the river, That flows by the throne of God.(Last verse: Amen. )
On the margin of the river, Washing up its silver spray,
We will walk and worship ever, All the happy golden day.
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Ere we reach the shining river, Lay we every burden down;
Grace our spirits will deliver, And provide a robe and crown.
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At the smiling of the riv er, Mirror of the Saviour's face,
Saints whom death will never sever, Lift their songs of saving grace.
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Soon we'll reach the shining river, Soon our pilgrimage will cease;
Soon our happy hearts will quiver, With the melody of peace.
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