Composer

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Edward Thorne

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Average_duration

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2:12

"Jesus calls us! O'er the tumult" is a hymn composed by Edward Thorne in 1874. The hymn is based on the story of Jesus calling his disciples to follow him, as told in the Gospels of Matthew and Mark. The hymn is often sung during Lent and other times of reflection and repentance. The hymn has four movements, each of which reflects a different aspect of Jesus' call to his disciples. The first movement, "Jesus calls us o'er the tumult," sets the scene for the hymn, describing the chaos and confusion of the world and the call of Jesus to come and follow him. The second movement, "Day by day his sweet voice soundeth," emphasizes the ongoing nature of Jesus' call and the need for his guidance in our daily lives. The third movement, "Jesus calls us from the strife," speaks to the conflicts and struggles we face in the world and the peace that comes from following Jesus. The final movement, "In our joys and in our sorrows," reminds us that Jesus is with us always, through both the good times and the bad. The hymn is characterized by its simple, yet powerful melody and its straightforward, yet profound lyrics. The hymn's message of following Jesus through the tumult of life has resonated with Christians for over a century and continues to be a beloved hymn in many churches today.

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