There is a habitation Built by the living God For all of every nation Who seek that grand abode O Sion, Sion I long thy gates to see O Sion, Sion When shall I dwell in thee? A city with foundations Firm as the eternal throne Nor wars, nor desolation Shall ever move a stone O Sion, Sion I long thy gates to see O Sion, Sion When shall I dwell in thee? No night is there, no sorrow No death and no decay No yesterday, no 'morrow But one eternal day O Sion, Sion I long thy gates to see O Sion, Sion When shall I dwell in thee? Within its pearly portals Angelic armies sing With glorified immortals The praises of its King O Sion, Sion I long thy gates to see O Sion, Sion When shall I dwell in thee?