Sweet is the savour of His Name

Verse 1

Sweet is the savour of His Name
Who suffered in His people's stead;
His portion here, reproach and shame:
He liveth now; He once was dead.

Verse 2

He once was dead; the very same
Who sits on yonder throne above;
Who bears in heaven the greatest Name,
Whom angels serve, whom angels love.

Verse 3

He once was dead; the very same
Who made the worlds—a work of power,
Who now upholds the mighty frame,
And keeps it till the final hour.

Verse 4

He once was dead; but now He lives,
His glory fills all heaven above;
Its blessedness to heaven He gives.
The fountain He of joy and love.

Verse 5

His people shall His triumph share,
With Him shall live, and with Him reign;
In heaven their joy is full, for there
They see the Lamb for sinners slain.