The hymn “For All the Saints” reflects the call to emulate the faithful individuals mentioned in Hebrews 11, who achieved remarkable feats and endured hardships. It emphasizes the shared journey of all saints, acknowledging Jesus Christ’s influence, drawing strength and guidance from Him, and the ultimate hope of eternal life. Vaughan Williams’ composition is a majestic marching tune with a distinctive “alleluia” phrase that adds a beautiful touch to the hymn.
The original hymn includes a beautiful “walking” bass line, which has been omitted from this lead sheet for simplicity’s sake.
