How firm a foundation, ye saints of the Lord NT The music cannot be played on your browser. Text Piano Guitar. Comment 5. Your Name. Your Comment. Cancel Comment. Oct 13 Rachel United States. I love this new tune! Jun 18 Saints, I hope you enjoy this Spanish translation I modified some parts. Mar 24 Toyin Diyan London, United Kingdom. What a firm foundation laid for our faith! Tiverton, Devonshire, England, ; d. After becoming head pastor, he stayed in that position for sixty-three years.
He also edited the Baptist Annual Register These publications became popular in both England and America. However, later hymnologists have often been frustrated by Rippon's work because he frequently did not indicate the authors of the hymns and often altered the texts without acknowledging his changes.
Liturgical Use: Many occasions of worship that focus on redemption and providence; as a hymn of comfort for those in difficult or tragic circumstances; baptism; profession of faith; prior to reading of Scripture.
How firm a foundation, ye saints of the Lord. Fletcher's Baptist Collection of Hymns , No. Two arrangements of the text were thus handed down to modern hymnals. In the edition of Fletcher's Collection , the full original text is restored. The authorship of this hymn has been the subject of much enquiry. Rippon's original signature was "K—. The ascription in Miller's Singers and Songs , , p. In Fletcher's Collection , , the "K—" of Rippon is extended to "Kn," and in the edition of this is still further extended to "Keen," and so it remains.
That this is more likely to be correct than either of the other two is gathered from the fact that Dr. Fletcher was assisted in his work by Thomas Walker, the editor of Dr. Rippon's Tune Book , to whom he specially refers in these words:—"Great assistance has been obtained from Mr.
Walker, Compiler of Dr. Rippon's Tune Book , and the Editor of the Companion to it, called Walker's Companion ; and it is but justice to acknowledge that the principal choice of Hymns and the application of Tunes, has been effected by his extensive knowledge of sacred poetry, and long tried acquaintance with the science of sacred music.
Taking Mr. Walker's acquaintance with Dr. Rippon's work into account, we are justified in concluding that the ascription to this hymn must be that of an unknown person of the name of Keen. The following hymns bear the same signature as the above in Dr. Rippon's Selection , In songs of sublime adoration and praise Distinguishing Grace.
The Bible is justly esteemed Holy Scriptures. Sedgwick as above. The first verse acts almost as an introduction to the rest of the text, giving us cause to stop and ponder the Word of assurance that God has given us, described in greater detail in the next four verses.
Those four verses are in fact paraphrases of Scripture passages: Isaiah , , Romans , Hebrews , and Deuteronomy In the words of this hymn then, we carry with us the Word from God, and the call to trust in that Word. Thus we are assured by the words we sing, the Word we are given, and the Word made flesh, of the steadfastness of God and His unfailing love. Today, hymnals include anywhere from three to five stanzas, often the original first, third, fourth, fifth and seventh stanzas.
The number of verses found in each hymnal differs, but the actual text has not been altered much. When all five stanzas are used, the text powerfully moves from references to the faithfulness of God in the Old Testament to the certainty of the faithfulness of Christ. It now appears in most hymnals in the key of G.
A regal and stately American folk tune, the accompaniment should support the message of the text, the steadfastness and faithfulness of our God. Many times this hymn is used just to emphasize the value of Scripture, but it can be used throughout the year as a hymn of comfort and a declaration or profession of faith.
It works well as a hymn of response to a Scripture passage or sermon that calls us to depend on God, or as a response to the Words of Assurance. You could use verse 1 as a prayer for illumination, and bring verses back after the prayers of the people. Suggested music: Shackley, Larry. A separate copy of this score must be purchased for each choir member. If this score will be projected or included in a bulletin, usage must be reported to a licensing agent e.
Skip to main content. Hide this message. Home Page. FlexScore How Firm a Foundation. Representative Text 1 How firm a foundation, you saints of the Lord, is laid for your faith in his excellent Word! Author: K. Author attributed to : R. Genesis Exodus Deuteronomy Joshua Nehemiah Psalm Isaiah Zephaniah Malachi Matthew Mark Luke John Acts Romans 8. Romans The members were from the North and the South. The hymn, along with "Jesus Loves Me," were used as the thematic element for Virgil Thomson's Symphony on a Hymn Tune , which was later incorporated into his score for the documentary film The River.
All rights reserved. The obvious theme of this hymn is the firm foundation that God provides to us in a turbulent world. Rippon rejoices in the fact that no matter what circumstances we find ourselves in, we can rely upon the solid foundation of the Lord to keep us calm and encouraged. Discover the lyrics and story of this inspiring hymn along with music videos below! Share this:.
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