##(Verse 1) Shall we gather at the river, Where bright angel feet have trod; With its crystal tide forever Flowing by the throne of God? ##(Verse 2) On the margin of the river, Washing up its silver spray, We will walk and worship ever, All the happy golden day. ##(Verse 3) Ere we reach the shining river, Lay we ev'ry burden down; Grace our spirits will deliver, And provide a robe and crown. ##(Verse 4) Soon we'll reach the shining river, Soon our pilgrimage will cease; Soon our happy hearts will quiver With the melody of peace. ##(Chorus 1) Yes, we'll gather at the river, The beautiful, the beautiful river; Gather with the saints at the river That flows by the throne of God.