Hallelujah Let Praises Ring
Hallelujah let praises ring
The hymn expresses the eschatological joy of the redeemed before God's throne, grounding Christian praise in the resurrection of Christ and the promise of eternal communion. It reflects the Lutheran emphasis on the corporate assembly singing God's praises as an foretaste of heaven.
History & Background
This hymn was created in the 20th century as a contemporary praise hymn, combining the German tradition with modern evangelical enthusiasm. It was included in Lutheran Worship (1982) and subsequently in Lutheran Service Book (2006).
Hymnal Appearances
- Lutheran Service Book — 822
- Lutheran Worship — 437
Translation
Bulletin Note
Composed by Gerhard Wolckenhauser in 1968, this hymn captures post-war Lutheran renewal through exultant, corporate praise grounded in Christ's resurrection and the church's foretaste of eternal glory.
Preaching Connection
This hymn crystallizes the eschatological joy that pulses through the Gospel proclamation—the promise that in Christ's resurrection, our praise has already begun and shall never end.
Themes
Praise and worship Resurrection joy Heaven and eternal life Divine glory Congregational celebration