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197. Joy to the world — the Lord has come!

Text Information
First Line: Joy to the world — the Lord has come!
Author: I. Watts (1674-1748)
Meter: 8 6 8 6 (CM)
Language: English
Publication Date: 1987
Scripture:
Topic: God, Saviour: Returning and Triumphant; Cantate Domino; The Fall (1 more...)
Copyright: Revision © Jubilate Hymns
Tune Information
Name: ANTIOCH
Composer: G. F. Handel (1685-1759)
Arranger: L. Mason (1792-1872)
Meter: 8 6 8 6 (CM)
Key: D Major



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