King Of The Ages
Eoghan Heaslip Lyrics


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King of the Ages history's pages point to You
Ancient of Days all of Your ways show Your wonders
Jehovah Jireh our awesome provider and healer
Author of time be glorified as we worship

All You have done
Tells of Your greatness tells of Your worth
The works of Your hands display Your majesty
All You have done
Shows us Your goodness shows us Your abundance
The works of Your hands reveal Your glory

Father to nations forever patient and faithful
To each generation You show compassion and mercy




Jehovah Nissi our sovereign protector and fortress
Lord of all life be glorified as we worship

Overall Meaning

In the song "King of the Ages" by Eoghan Heaslip, the lyrics celebrate and give thanks to God for his greatness, goodness, and faithfulness. The first verse begins with "King of the Ages history's pages point to You" which references how throughout history, God's presence and influence can be seen. The second line, "Ancient of Days all of Your ways show Your wonders" refers to God's eternal nature, and how everything he does is full of wonder and greatness.


The next two lines reference God as Jehovah Jireh, which means our provider, and healer. This line acknowledges God's role as a caretaker and how he takes care of us. The following line, "Author of time be glorified as we worship" is a call to worship God by acknowledging his role as the creator of time, and how he should be worshipped and revered for all that he does.


The second verse acknowledges God's goodness, showcasing his abundance and glory. The works of God's hands display his majesty and reveal his glory, showing his greatness and worth. The line "Father to nations forever patient and faithful" highlights how God has been loving and caring for nations throughout history despite any circumstances that may come his way. Jehovah Nissi is God's name as a protector and fortress, and the last line of the song, "Lord of all life be glorified as we worship" is a continuation of the call to worship, giving praise to God for all that he has done.


Line by Line Meaning

King of the Ages history's pages point to You
Your presence and impact throughout history are undeniable and continue to be recognized


Ancient of Days all of Your ways show Your wonders
Your wisdom and power are revealed through every action You take and decision You make


Jehovah Jireh our awesome provider and healer
You abundantly provide for us and also offer healing, both physically and spiritually


Author of time be glorified as we worship
We honor and worship You, recognizing that You have created time and the universe as we know it


All You have done
Everything You have accomplished and created


Tells of Your greatness tells of Your worth
Serves as evidence of how amazing and valuable You are


The works of Your hands display Your majesty
What You have created showcases Your brilliance and supremacy


Shows us Your goodness shows us Your abundance
Demonstrates the kindness and generosity You possess, providing us with overflow benefits


The works of Your hands reveal Your glory
What You have created shows us how glorious and remarkable You truly are


Father to nations forever patient and faithful
You are a loving and unwavering father to all nations, continuously displaying patience and faithfulness


To each generation You show compassion and mercy
You consistently exhibit kindness and forgiveness to every generation of people


Jehovah Nissi our sovereign protector and fortress
You are our ultimate defender, keeping us safe and shielding us from harm


Lord of all life be glorified as we worship
We exalt and honor You as the ruler of all life




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@sunderwood9912

Great song! What a blessing!

@alunderwood5903

One of my favorites for many years!

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