Morning Breaks upon the Tomb - #203

"Morning Breaks upon the Tomb"
by William B. Collyer, 1782-1854

1. Morning breaks upon the tomb;
Jesus scatters all its gloom.
Day of triumph through the skies;
See the glorious Savior rise.

2. Ye who are of death afraid
Triumph in the scattered shade.
Drive your anxious cares away;
See the place where Jesus lay.

3. Christians, dry your flowing tears
Chase your unbelieving fears;
Look on His deserted grave,
Doubt no more His power to save.

The Lutheran Hymnal
Hymn #203 from
Text: Luke 24:3
Author: William B. Collyer, 1812, ab.
Tune: "Innocents"
Melody: French, 13th century