Battle Hymn of the Republic | The Tabernacle Choir
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The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square perform "Battle Hymn of the Republic" composed by William Steffe with lyrics by Julia Ward Howe and arranged by Peter J. Wilhousky.
Lyrics:
Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord;
He is trampling out the vintage where the grapes of wrath are stored;
He hath loosed the fateful lightning of His terrible swift sword:
His truth is marching on.
Gloria! Glory! Glory! Hallelujah!
Gloria! Glory! Glory! Hallelujah!
Gloria! Gloria! Glory! Glory! Hallelujah! Gloria!
His truth is marching on!
I have seen Him in the watch-fires of a hundred circling camps;
(Truth is marching, truth is marching, truth is marching)
They have builded Him an alter in the evening dews and damps;
(Truth is marching, truth is marching, truth is marching)
I can read His righteous sentence in the dim and flaring lamps,
(Truth is marching, truth is marching, truth is marching)
His day is marching on!
(Truth is marching, truth is marching, truth is marching)
Glory! Glory! Hallelujah! Glory! Glory! Hallelujah!
Glory! Glory! Hallelujah! His truth is marching on.
In the beauty of the lilies, Christ was born across the sea,
With a glory in His bosom that transfigures you and me:
As He died to make men holy, Let us live to make men free,
While God is marching on.
Glory! Glory! Hallelujah! Glory! Glory! Hallelujah!
Glory! Glory! Hallelujah! His truth is marching on!
Glory! Glory! Hallelujah! Glory! Glory! Hallelujah!
Glory! Glory! Hallelujah! His truth is marching on!
Amen! Amen!
Episode 4315. May 27, 2012
Reagan cried to this when sung at his inauguration.
I can see why. It's making me cry now!
Ronald Reagan has been one of the greatest US-presidents.
i seriously need to go back to church
I hope you did sir merry Christmas and my Christ be with you
At 81, I am the youngest of the 5 Miller brothers who proudly served Our Country for the freedom many people today take for granted. This video always brings tears to my eyes as they run down my cheeks. It won’t be long before I stand in front of Our Savior, as many singing this song have gone before me.
Thank you for your contribution to God, family, and country. 🫡
Thank you, sir!
I am also 81. All the men served: my brother and I were Army, Dad snd hi brother were Marines. Mom's brother was Air Force. This humn always chokes me up. God bless America and all who serve or have served her.
Thank you for your service
Thank you for service, Robert. 🇺🇲
“As he died to make men holy, let us live to make men free.” Such power in those words.
The original lyrics are actually "As he died to make men holy, let us die to make men free," I've always felt that was more powerful
@@DorkNorkem so do I..it evokes the actual determination of those Union soldiers...
"Let us die to make men free."
@@DorkNorkem Yes much more powerful, especially at this current time.
@@DorkNorkem That version of the lyrics is for military choirs to sing. Not civilians.
My Mother used to play the Battle Hymn on her stereo and had all 6 of my children marching all through her house waving small American flags on sticks. What a beautiful memory and what a glorious way to celebrate Memorial Day!!
My Mother not only loved this song, she also made me learn all the verses to the Marine Corps Hymn before I enlisted in 1966
That's beautiful. I love it.
I'm Jewish, born in Israel, raised in the United States. The Battle Hymn of the Republic has left me breathless my whole life. No reason necessary. It just does. God blesses us all!
And god bless Israel as well.
Amen.
I am far from being Mormon, but this choir is amazing. Always a joy to hear them.
Amen.
Are they Mormon?
Yes. This is the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square. If you ever visit Salt Lake City, you can sometimes hear them practice live for free.
I just LOVE listening to this Choir!!! ❤️‼️🤗
I agree with any Christian faith that believes in Jesus Christ.
The below comment "AS he died to make men holy, LET US LIVE TO MAKE MEN FREE." I always get chocked up when singing those words. Freedom is Holy and given to us by our Heavenly Father. It is up to us to make sure it doesn't die.
I'm not a Mormon, but I love Mormons!
Thanks, we love you too!
God Bless you brother.
This song by the Tabernacle Choir reached to #13 on Billboards top 40 in 1959. You couldn't go anywhere without hearing this great anthem sung by the world's greatest choir.
And now if you have kids you will never get the tune out of your head.
The kids in our schools are
not taught this kind of music anymore.
This song also won a Grammy award for that year.
Classic performance.
As an atheist living in the United Kingdom, I salute the astounding brilliance of this choir of Christian persons. The voice control, the precision of the ensemble (very difficult with a choir as big as this) the intonation, to say nothing of the incredible audibility of the diction! every word and syllable beautifully pronounced, and moreover the commitment of this famous choir to the music they are singing..... either to the Lord or, in this case, their country. Thank you for posting this wonderful musical experience.
The visual setting is pretty stunning too.
I am a member of the church this choir represents and live in England UK.. thanks for supporting the amazing choir..
I doubt you are truly atheist. I suggest that you probably just don't know what to believe, and that is ok. You will know!
*I’ve always wanted to be part of the Tabernacle Choir!!!* ❤️
GOD loves you
I'm not even religious but hell these mormons can sing !
Great Men and Women have made this beautiful land a GREAT place for mankind. We can all learn from the Patriots that created this Great country: AMERICA !
I have to say, the Mormons definitely have one of the best choirs I've ever heard.
Thank you
One of the best?....they’re the only one.
Thanks for the support
Thank you!🙏
Thank you
Battle Hymn was the closing hymn at my father's funeral. 24 years service in the U.S. Army. Still tear up when I hear it.
My father as well; retired Vietnam Major, and passed from complications from exposure to Agent Orange. The only time I saw him cry was during this song. Grateful to your father for his service ❤️🇺🇸
My condolences, loosing a parent is not easy. Peace be with you
It's sad that so many people have forgotten/no longer believe in the lyrics of this song!! The Truth is marching on!!!
Worse yet, that people forget or ignore the cause for which they were originally written, and actively fight against those causes, all while proclaiming to be patriots.
As a non believer, I give my greatest respect to the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and the Mormon Tabernacle Orchestra. One of the finest choirs and orchestras in the world. Very disciplined and strong in their faith. It will be an honor to be invited to the Mormon Tabernacle to listen and appreciate the Mormon Tabernacle choir and the Mormon Tabernacle Orchestra.
To the person who likeed my comment, thankyou for your 👍. You have have encouraged me to get to know the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and the Mormon Tabernacle Orchestra in regards to their history and the principles they abide by.
Thank you UA-cam viewers for your 👍. The more 👍and ❤ I acknowledge,the more I am encouraged to delve into the history, culture and principles of the Mormon Tabernacle choir and the Mormon Tabernacle Orchestra.
The choir sang for me personally about ten years ago at the Tabernacle, truly moving. I give them credit for me becoming a Mormon today.
NOT A MORMON BUT THE MORMON TABERNACLE IS MAGNIFICENT. #1
Powerful .
I am a mormon and proud to be one. Our Choir is great. I love the family belief of the Mormon Church.
You should be a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day. Saints..
It is the doctrine of Christ! At least the missionaries talk to you. We would welcome you with a hand of brotherhood!
There was a time when this was America....
When I listen to this music and the words, I know why I went into battle wearing the uniform of The United States of America. I feel good.
There is only God who remains steadfast. Even in turbulent times and personal adversity, God is Our Refuge. Amen.
I am not Christian, but The MTC rendition of this hymn always raises the hair on my arms and gives me chills. It also makes my eyes tear up. God bless the USA and the MTC. We'll done....as always.
Saludos de Lago Puelo , Patagonia .Argentina
In my senior year of high school (very early 00’s), in senior choir, all the senior choirs from my state [district maybe?] got together in a stadium and sang this, along with some other really beautiful patriotic songs. It was the end of the senior year and our high school careers, so I dunno why but, I was so touched and feeling sentimental. When we sang this, I wept. Hearing it now, I weep. His truth will forever be marching on. Nobody feels this way anymore in our country and my heart and soul break because of it.
I have a cd of that entire performance somewhere. I’m gonna go through my things and find it! Thanks for inspiring me! ❤️
[I’m an alto, by the way. ALTO POWER 💪]
Proude to be a member of this church
A true story! I was doing the all-night shift on KNAK, a Top 40 radio station in Salt Lake back in 1971. I played the "Battle Hymn" as an 'oldie'(#11 pop hit in 1959). I found out the next day that my station was the only one that had not been knocked off the air by a lightening storm during the night. Certainly got my attention!
Interesting
Well you were playing one of God's hymns. He wanted his children to listen.
Well, I guess we know which station God was listening to that night. ;-)
Jim Southern what a great testimony brother....Godbless
HALELUYA !!!!!!!!
Thank God We have The tabernacle Choir still. Praise the lord Jesus.
I’m not Mormon but The Tabernacle is amazing and every year around Christmas I search for the choir.
I am an American and this is the first time I have heard this with the words.
Does anyone else good goosebumps at the "let us live to make man free!" part?
Motivation From A Mormon absolutely! Sends chills right up my spine!
Yes
This is such a bombastically over-the-top arrangement of this song, and I love every second of it.
Bombastically over the top...great description. I might have to use that in describing something soon. Thank you for the phrase!
I was privileged to sing this arrangement with the Park Cities Baptist Church choir a few years ago for our Independence Day concert. It never fails to move me. God bless our great nation.
Im not religious atall to any religion but I would one day be honoured to watch this choir live. They are amazing
A balanced perspective
They’re in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Free to see every Sunday morning 😊
Or live at rehearsals in Salt Lake on Thursday nights. Memorable!
Christ died to make man holy, let us live to make men free
HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY 2023, AMERICA!!!!! 🇺🇲 🇺🇸 🇺🇲 🇺🇸 🇺🇲 🇺🇸 🇺🇲
Sung at the funeral of our very own Sir Winston Churchill. A true testament to a great man and a great hymn.
it was Sir Winston wish that it be played at his funeral.
Remember when they sang this at Reagan’s Inauguration? My mom watched it when she was little and loves it all! They’re so fantastic!
Mormons are some of the most patriotic Americans ever. Thanks for being here!
God Bless the Republic!! =)
Its been 3 years since someone has commented on this. In COVID and social unrest times, his truth is still marching on
Mom taught me this song when I was a little kid. I sung this whenever we had bad thunderstorms. It helped me overcome my fears. God love you mom .
I'm a laterday saints member, a Filipino, I have friends and family living in the State, my grandfathers fought wars and died for USA. United States of America is a great nation, God bless America!
If that doesn't bring a tear to your eye, you are not a believer in our country.
I'm not a Mormon, I'm not American either; But this beautiful lyrics and music, take my respects. Every time I listen to her, I remember my uncle Percy, he sang her all the celebrations of the new years. Greetings from Argentina.
This is one of the best renditions I have had ever heard in my 78 years of my life.
Having deployed multiple times, it was the music of choir that helped me get to sleep. God bless them.
I'm not an American and fulsomely despise all religious sects, but oh, boy, the Mormon Tabernacle Choir really know how to belt this song out.
I’m from Ukraine and this is my favourite American song. Well, definitely one of the favourites.
I love being a Mormon from South Africa
Beautiful....thank you....from a Roman Catholic! 🙏🏼
As am I. I love this choir and often use their recordings to rehearse on my own for hymns we sing at church. (Faith of our Fathers is one example - gorgeous!) I am currently a cantor and choir member in my church but in high school I belong to an "all archdiocese" chorus, about 100 voices from around NYC. We performed this same arrangement at Lincoln Center; I still can sing it, and get the same goosebumps!
America has a long way to go, but I still love this country through and through!
Few know that this hymn is in fact a prayer to Father God for the country that He inspired our founders to risk all to establish. It is an incredibly difficult piece to sing with feeling AND precision. The MTC truly were inspired. Thank you from a believer of a different church, veteran, patron for this wonderful rendition.
The original lyric was about the abolitionist named John Brown:
John Brown's body lies a-mouldering in the grave,
His soul's marching on.
And,-
He's gone to be a soldier in the army of the Lord,
His soul's marching on.
According to an 1890 account, the original John Brown lyrics were a collective effort by a group of Union soldiers who were referring both to the famous John Brown and also, humorously, to a Sergeant John Brown of their own battalion.
My high school choir made up of 1500 girls all sang a wonderful version of this - same version as this one.
The perfect prayer under the correct state of mind. We must all recognize our power within, just have to wait on Jesus to see the way.
Bon Jovi yeah, it’s just stating exactly what the meaning is-a reference to John Brown. That’s the whole point of the song.
J Warren Richardson As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, I want to thank you for your service to the country where all denominations are free to worship.
Long live the Republic! It will survive evil, plagues, fools and traitors.
As He died to make men holy, let us live to make men FREE
The sound you'll hear when you arrive at Heaven's Gate.
1965 High school graduation. The Battle Hymn Of The Republic sung by our choir at the Baccalaureate. Thank you to all that gave their ALL!
I'm a member and I can't go for two days without listening to the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. One day I will be part of it
Our beautiful Battle Hymn of the Republic…God bless our Republic!
I think the reason their songs are so powerful and moving is because of their faith.
There's just a special something about them
I ABSOLUTELY AGREE.....CY BALDWIN HERE...THANK YOU FOR YOU INPUT.
That's so true I agree with u
I so agree I feel emotional while listening to Mormon songs. Like when I made this cover for a friend of mine at the local Mormon Church in my town Trollhättan Sweden. I had a lot of questions and hesitated a lot before I made this cover. But while I was learning the lyrics I got all the answers I needed and converted to Mormon in 2014. I hope I made the song justice.
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They're just trying to be Christlike and they're doing a good job
I'm not religious, but this powerful song brings me to tears every time I hear it... The patriotism alone shouts with every note, what real Americans feel every day... Bless this wonderful country, and all those patriots who would die to keep men free !!!
If there is a God.
His will is that all peoples be free.
No doubt.
Same here
Written by a lady at the outbreak of the Civil War, sold to a newspaper for $4 I believe and the rest is history. Amazing song.
This is the GREATEST choir on the face of this planet
I may be an atheist but I must see these choristers perform in person before I shuffle off this mortal coil. Amazing voices.
They have free concerts every week! Come and see, you are welcome here.
I've never seen someone look so happy to sing about where grapes of wrath are stored and God's terrible swift sword as the guy at 0:23.
When I was 11 my primary school took part in a combined schools concert at Portsmouth (UK) guildhall. This was the last song we sang. When we had finished, to a rousing ovation, our conductor turned to the audience and said "you lot can do what you like, but we're going to sing that again", No-one left. It is still one of the best moments of my 58 years. Wish I still had my tambourine!
That's a wonderful story. Thanks.
Wow! ❤
Every American Patriot in December 2020 needs to be listening to the lyrics of this song and take them to heart. We are fighting the second Revolution right now.
I never get tired of hearing this song no matter who sings it. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the 'Mormons') are an extremely patriotic people and that love of America comes out in this song. We believe that America is "a land blessed above all other lands". We believe that what makes America so special is that it is THE place where God restored, or brought back, His true religion and priesthood authority in these last days before Christ comes again. Once America had the restored gospel of Jesus Christ we had the responsibility to share this gospel, the "good news" of Jesus and all its blessings, with all the world. THIS is what has made America a blessed land for over 200 years. When I see the condition of my country today I fear greatly because I know we have sinned against God and perverted his gift of America. In the end, though, the righteous will triumph with God as our salvation. To everyone out there who loves America, no matter what your religion, I applaud you and hope we will work together.
Just enjoy the choir without banging your delusional drum...
Testify Brother Testify!!!
@Twister051 No, we really don’t! He was just expressing our love for The United States of America.
If only church was like this
One of America's favorite hymns/patriotic songs performed by one of America's favorite choirs. No one can top this.
It is recognized as the "unofficial" hymn of this country.
I’m blasting this all weekend y’all!
When I was a child, this song played nightly at midnight before the stations went off the air. 🥰 I was just a toddler but I refused to got to bed until i listened to the Battle Hymn of the Republic.
after listen our beloved choir, i feel so proud of being a Latter Day Saint....
I don't think Mormonism is bad we love people, serve as Jesus did and we are a loving congregation!
God Bless The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.🙏
The best of the best , greetings from Algeria (first country in the world to recognize independance of the united states of Amerca)
I heard them perform this at the Tabernacle last Thursday. It was on my bucket list to hear the choir live. So, at 67, I finally made it to Salt Lake City. Thursdays the public is invited to their rehearsals at Temple Square.
My head (and heart) is still swimming.
I'm glad you could go see them live! It's truly a breathtaking experience.
I live in Utah and I NEVER tire of being able to hear the choir live...nothing like it anywhere
I'm happy for you.
Truly one of my favorite hymns. Proud to be a member of this great church.
You’re not the only one ❤️
I'm an atheist and that gave me goosebumps what a great rendition
Me 2
The signature song of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Listened to the 45 record again and again when I was in college in the 1950's.
remember when it was No 1 on the charts?
This is not only for America. It's for the world. The truth is Jesus Christ. Truth will defeat the enemy.
I lived and studied with the latter day saints at Utah State University for about seven years in the 5o's and came to love and truly respect these people.I shall never forget those times and the love and respect I have for them. These people for the most part practice what they profess.
As a young boy, I grew up directly next to the largest Mormon Church in the Southern hemisphere. My house shared a fence with the church. On a warm summer day I would open windows .. just so I could hear them sing... no I am not a religious person. The church is situated in Australia, Southern suburbs of Sydney.
If i will visit USA, this Church will be my priority to visit and attend a service to them.
You can visit a the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon) just about any where in the world. However, if you want to see the Tabernacle Choir rehearse you do need to visit Tabernacle Square in Salt Lake City, Utah.
I sang the Wilhousky arrangement as a choral major at university, and I assure you that we *all* had tears streaming down our cheeks at the end. Hearing it sung by such a venerable organization such as the MTC brings back that soaring feeling. Just gorgeous.
Their unison is astounding - all those voices, and you can understand the words!
The Tabernacle Choir OWNS the Battlehymn....this is stunning, but to hear it live and not weep is impossible
Let us live to make men free with His truth.
Was converted by this group 1May 1950, at the age of 15, Rosendal Theatre Trondheim,Norway. Thank you Father in Heavens
When they said “as he died to make men holy, let us live to make men free”. I got chills.
Yep same here too.
Long live the Union - his truth is marching on
"Let us *live* to make men free!"
Robb Rogers Moses died a natural death before the Israelites crossed over to the promised land. But, he did appear on the Mount of Transfiguration. Enoch and Elijah were the only ones documented in the Bible who were taken up to heaven without having to die an earthly death. Catholic tradition holds that Jesus' mother, Mary, also ascended to heaven without having to die an earthly death. I remember asking a Catholic friend about it and she told me she thought it was in the Bible. It's not. But it could be true. So much history was never recorded in writing, but a lot was passed down by word of mouth. So, who knows?
The Mount of Transfiguration story is at the beginning of Matthew 17, where Jesus took 3 of His disciples and let them see Him, Moses, and Elijah in their transfigured bodies. Another word for transfigured is glorified. This is all very mysterious and there are countless opinions about ascensions into heaven (or the sky or outer space, depending on the original language's meaning of the word, heaven).
From what I gather, Elijah and Moses came back to earth in transfigured bodies and had a little meeting with Jesus (whose body was also temporarily transfigured during this meeting). My personal opinion is Jesus wanted to give 3 of his key disciples a glimpse of bodily transfiguration so He allowed them to see this for a little while to give them an idea of what our glorified bodies would be like in heaven.
I totally understand why the idea of being transfigured is awesome, even though I don't understand it. As new creatures in Christ, we are transfigured. The transfigured body is going to have to wait though. =( The word can have more than one meaning. The lyricist was a well educated and talented woman. I like her use of the word.
The Battle Hymn of the Republic has quite the history. The lyricist's original words were "let us die to make men free." It was changed by some over the years from "die" to "live" and is commonly printed and sung both ways. I like to think we can negotiate peace and freedom without killing each other, so that is why my preferred phrase is "Let us live to make men free." "Let us die to make men free" is also honorable and it reflects what Jesus did for our freedom from eternal sin and death.
Robb Rogers You're welcome. I did not know that about Cecil B Demille's mother. Since there is no Old Testament account of Jesus on the Mount of Transfiguration, could you be thinking of Moses going up on the mountain to receive the 10 Commandments? I don't think he was transfigured, but because God let him look at the back of Him as He passed by, Moses' hair turned white, his countenance glowed, and the Israelites saw this when he came back down the mountain (if memory serves me right).
Robb Rogers It's difficult to have a discussion within UA-cam comments, but yes, I do agree Moses appeared in a transfigured body many years after his death on the Mount of Transfiguration with Elijah and Jesus (New Testament). I don't think he had a transfigured body when he came down from Mt. Sinai though (Old Testament). But, since he was up there for 40 days and 40 nights, he may have had a temporarily transfigured body. I don't know, just my thoughts. Wouldn't it be great if we could be in a real class discussion about this - with a professor who has a doctorate degree in theology, along with our Bibles and concordances?!
Robb Rogers Hi Robb! Moses walked up a stairway to Heaven? Do you happen to know where this is recorded? It's just that I've never heard or read that. I just remember that God punished Moses by not allowing him to cross over to the Promised Land. The reason was because he disobeyed God by the way he struck the rock and made water come forth. I'm pretty sure God told Moses that he had to die an earthly death. I don't have the time right now, but maybe later this evening I will see what I can find about the death of Moses.
+Creative Planet Janet Stairway to Heaven - Highway to Hell - thought provoking?
Although I am not Mormon I am Southern Baptist this is absolutely awesome... I have many Mormon friends I made over the 13 years I worked for a company based out of Layton Utah... While out there for 3 months on a work assignment my wife came out to visit. We just happen to be Down town Salt Lake City site seeing on Sunday when they were just letting Church out.. There were a few very friendly people, and I will talk to anyone so I started talking and next thing I knew they invited us in to watch the Choir practice. So we took them up and went in. I was blown away by the size of the Choir, and there was a lady explaining to us about the acoustics inside and how it was designed. They also gave us a CD of there Choir and it was really good. Great Post......................
"Well Played". I don't CARe what religion we are, these guys ROCK
This song makes my faith so strong. When I hear this song I always think of the 2nd coming of Jesus Christ coming back with Great-Power and Great Glory.
There are many powerful words in this. Things like this need to be taught in all schools, especially PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Our great Nations history needs to be learned by all children so they know what our nation represents. Freedom is only one generation away from being lost. Our next generation and generations to come need to understand the significance. I think we are all learning a good lesson of that right now. God bless America! "His truth is marching on!"
The West Point choir comes every year to our Catholic Church in NJ. They ALWAYS sing this song. My dad is a West Point grad, and it brings him to tears every year. Such a beautiful song
Mormon Tabernacle Choir does not change the music. They do the music as it was written - and they do it better than anyone else has ever done it. But they keep the original composition.
Good will always. Conquer. Over evil. Period to get. Rid of demons lay. This song
Just think how wonderful it must sound to be right in the middle of that choir.
This is America's all time favorite song. For more great patriotic songs the CD "God Bless America" is full of old time song we sang in s hool so many years ago.
I personally think if more of us lived like the Mormons it would go well with our souls,their chior renders veri good and religious music ,do so forth
And once again, the Mormon tabernacle choir, hits it out of the park!