YOU CHOIRS OF NEW JERUSALEM,
Your sweetest notes employ,
Of Jesus’ victory to sing
In strains of holy joy.
For Judah’s Lion has burst His chains,
Crushing the serpent’s head;
And cries aloud through death’s domains
To wake the imprisoned dead.
Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah
Devouring depths of hell their prey
At His command restore;
His ransomed hosts pursue their way
Where Jesus goes before.
Triumphant in His glory now
To Him all power is given;
To Him in one communion bow,
All saints in earth and heaven.
While we, His soldiers, praise our King,
His mercy we implore.
Within His palace bright to bring,
And keep us evermore.
All glory to the Father be,
All glory to the Son,
All glory, Holy Ghost, to Thee,
While endless ages run.
St. Fulbert of Chartres (c 975-1028)
adpt. and new music by Godfrey Birtill
Song Meaning
An Easter hymn inviting heaven to sing of Jesus’ victory.
Biblical Message
Read 1 Corinthians 15:57 alongside the lyric. The Easter hymn announces Jesus’ victory.
Reflection
Which image or prayer in this song stays with you? Read 1 Corinthians 15:57 and consider your response.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “You Choirs Of New Jerusalem” about?
An Easter hymn inviting heaven to sing of Jesus’ victory.
Which Bible passage connects with the song?
1 Corinthians 15:57 offers a starting point for reflection on its message.