Shall we gather at the river where bright angel feet have trod If it's crystal tide flowing by the throne of God On the margin of the river washing up its silver spray We will talk and worship ever all the happy, golden day Yes, we'll gather at the river Gather at the river We will gather at the river by the throne of God E'er we reach the shining river, we'll lay every burden down Grace our spirits will deliver and provide a robe and crown At the smiling of the river mirror of the Savior's face Say to death we'll never sever with their songs of saving grace Yes, we'll gather at the river Gather at the river We will gather at the river by the throne of God Yes, we'll gather at the river Gather at the river We will gather at the river by the throne of God Soon we'll reach the silver river, soon our pilgrimage will cease Soon our happy songs will quiver with the melody of peace