My husband loved this hymn sung at morning assembly at an all boys' school in the 1950s. These school hymns and prayers were a daily part of our lives and thank God and the State for it. I chose this hymn to be played at my husband's for it. A gentleman and true Christian to the end. RIP my beloved.
Good to read so many positive comments. I was happily singing as one of the congregation for this recording of BBC's 'Songs of Praise' television programme. Blessings to you all, Peter A
What would the hymnal especially the Episcopal Hymnal 1940 & 1982 be without the spectacular hymns from England and Great Britain (the ENTIRE UK) ??? Probably boring. To watch EVERYONE singing so beautifully with such spirit is heart warming to say the least. I MUST get to the UK! LOVED the registration that the organist used and the free harmonization on the last verse. Gorgeous from beginning to end, BRAVO!!!
Although have visited England many times, have not yet seen in inside of Southwark Cathedral. Understand that this was the beginning of the trek to Canterbury!
used to sing this at school,, one of my favourites..... but as far as i know it was called , he who would valiant be..??? allways was... why change everything these days..!!
@@olabisiodukoya9726 yes, "Who would True Valour see" is what Bunyan wrote, and is still in the Scottish Church Hymnary. The church of England substituted "He Who would Valiant Be" (which must have seemed more comprehensible) so long ago that now it's equally time-honoured and beloved in England. So you could say both are right :-)
@@TheWordandSpirit That's very true, and thank you for pointing this out. I and friends from our church in Catford, SE London joined in this super broadcast of the BBC's weekly Sunday programme 'Songs of Praise'.
If only one of those hobgoblins could, before being bested by the pilgrim, manage to strangle descant, chop it into small pieces, incinerate it, and then obliterate the very memory of it, so it could never be revived. So many good hymns are ruined by that discordant caterwauling.
My husband loved this hymn sung at morning assembly at an all boys' school in the 1950s. These school hymns and prayers were a daily part of our lives and thank God and the State for it. I chose this hymn to be played at my husband's for it. A gentleman and true Christian to the end. RIP my beloved.
*at my husband's funeral.
Good to read so many positive comments. I was happily singing as one of the congregation for this recording of BBC's 'Songs of Praise' television programme. Blessings to you all, Peter A
This takes me back to when I was a choirboy at St. Lukes church in Maidenhead. Fond memories. A beautiful and moving hymn.
What a beautiful song - My Lord!
What would the hymnal especially the Episcopal Hymnal 1940 & 1982 be without the spectacular hymns from England and Great Britain (the ENTIRE UK) ??? Probably boring. To watch EVERYONE singing so beautifully with such spirit is heart warming to say the least. I MUST get to the UK! LOVED the registration that the organist used and the free harmonization on the last verse. Gorgeous from beginning to end, BRAVO!!!
This song reminds me of Starehe Boys Centre. Used to be a common hymn during our daily evening assembly. RIP Dr Geoffrey Griffin. I miss his presence.
My favourite hymn ❤
Beautiful.. I love you Lord Jesus
I praise and thank the Lord for this mighty offering of these Spirit filled individuals. May all be as vibrant at every Mass!!!
We only ever sang this version at my old senior school some 60 years ago.
Almighty God thanks for this song.
*My friend loves the bit about Hobgoblins and foul fiends, yes and so do I*
My fiends feel the same
What a divine encouragement?we will surmount all problems in Jesus name
I'm not religious but I adore it's music and words ???
You'll be banned from Ambridge Ms Archer
Although have visited England many times, have not yet seen in inside of Southwark Cathedral. Understand that this was the beginning of the trek to Canterbury!
Nope. It was a pub in Southwark. The Tabard if memory serves.
Beautiful!
Thank you!
used to sing this at school,, one of my favourites..... but as far as i know it was called , he who would valiant be..??? allways was... why change everything these days..!!
This is the original version i think. I learn it in 1979
@@olabisiodukoya9726 yes, "Who would True Valour see" is what Bunyan wrote, and is still in the Scottish Church Hymnary. The church of England substituted "He Who would Valiant Be" (which must have seemed more comprehensible) so long ago that now it's equally time-honoured and beloved in England. So you could say both are right :-)
If only they all showed up regularly for services.
So true, sadly.
@@kernow9324 They usually do, but in different churches. This programme gathers people from all over the area.
@@TheWordandSpirit That's very true, and thank you for pointing this out. I and friends from our church in Catford, SE London joined in this super broadcast of the BBC's weekly Sunday programme 'Songs of Praise'.
Who ARE these people? I know choirs who don't sing this clearly!
I will have the right to be Pilgrim
If only one of those hobgoblins could, before being bested by the pilgrim, manage to strangle descant, chop it into small pieces, incinerate it, and then obliterate the very memory of it, so it could never be revived.
So many good hymns are ruined by that discordant caterwauling.
Tell us how you feel about it, friend. 🙂