IMMORTAL, INVISIBLE, God only wise,
In light inaccessible hid from our eyes,
Most blessed, most glorious, the Ancient of Days,
Almighty, victorious, Thy great name we praise.
Unresting, unhasting, and silent as light,
Nor wanting, nor wasting, Thou rulest in might;
Thy justice like mountains high soaring above
Thy clouds which are fountains of goodness and love.
To all life Thou givest, to both great and small;
In all life Thou livest, the true life of all;
We blossom and flourish as leaves on the tree,
And wither and perish; but naught changeth Thee.
Great Father of glory, pure Father of light,
Thine angels adore Thee, all veiling their sight;
All laud we would render: O help us to see
‘Tis only the splendour of light hideth Thee.
Immortal, invisible, God only wise,
In light inaccessible hid from our eyes,
Most blessed, most glorious, the Ancient of Days,
Almighty, victorious, Thy great name we praise.
Song Meaning
The hymn praises the wise, eternal, and invisible God whose life and glory exceed human sight.
Biblical Message
1 Timothy 1:17 calls God immortal and invisible; 1 Timothy 6:16 speaks of light beyond approach.
Reflection
Respond to mystery with humility and praise.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main message of “Immortal Invisible”?
The hymn praises the wise, eternal, and invisible God whose life and glory exceed human sight.
Which Bible passages connect with the song?
1 Timothy 1:17 calls God immortal and invisible; 1 Timothy 6:16 speaks of light beyond approach.
When can this song be used in worship?
Use it for traditional adoration.