Are You Washed In The Blood Lyrics
Tune Name: WASHED IN THE BLOOD
Composer: Elisha A. Hoffman
Meter: Irregular with Refrain
Hymnbook Source: Gospel hymnals
Verse 1
Have you been to Jesus for the cleansing pow’r?
Are you washed in the blood of the Lamb?
Are you fully trusting in His grace this hour?
Are you washed in the blood of the Lamb?
Chorus
Are you washed in the blood,
In the soul cleansing blood of the Lamb?
Are your garments spotless? Are they white as snow?
Are you washed in the blood of the Lamb?
Verse 2
Are you walking daily by the Savior’s side?
Are you washed in the blood of the Lamb?
Do you rest each moment in the Crucified?
Are you washed in the blood of the Lamb?
Chorus
Are you washed in the blood,
In the soul cleansing blood of the Lamb?
Are your garments spotless? Are they white as snow?
Are you washed in the blood of the Lamb?
Verse 3
When the Bridegroom cometh will your robes be white?
Are you washed in the blood of the Lamb?
Will your soul be ready for the mansions bright,
And be washed in the blood of the Lamb?
Chorus
Are you washed in the blood,
In the soul cleansing blood of the Lamb?
Are your garments spotless? Are they white as snow?
Are you washed in the blood of the Lamb?
Verse 4
Lay aside the garments that are stained with sin,
And be washed in the blood of the Lamb;
There’s a fountain flowing for the soul unclean,
O be washed in the blood of the Lamb!
Chorus
Are you washed in the blood,
In the soul cleansing blood of the Lamb?
Are your garments spotless? Are they white as snow?
Are you washed in the blood of the Lamb?
Hymn Information
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Are You Washed in the Blood |
| Author / Lyricist | Elisha A. Hoffman (1839–1929) |
| Composer / Tune | Traditional / early gospel tune |
| Date Written / Published | 1878 |
| Historical Context | Written during the American gospel revival; emphasizes salvation and cleansing through Christ’s blood. |
| Theme / Message | Assurance of salvation and spiritual cleansing through Christ. |
| Notable Features | Call-and-response style; strong evangelical tone. |
| Cultural / Religious Impact | Widely sung in revival meetings, camp meetings, and Sunday schools. |
| Source / Scholarship | American Gospel Hymns Old and New – Harry Eskew |
Hymn Similarities and Biblical Scholar Analysis On This Hymn:
| Scholar | View / Interpretation |
|---|---|
| Elisha A. Hoffman, American Hymn Writer, 1839–1929 | Hoffman authored the hymn, emphasizing the cleansing power of Christ’s blood in salvation. |
| John Julian, Author, A Dictionary of Hymnology, 1829–1913 | Julian notes its strong evangelical appeal and widespread use in revival meetings. |
| Charles Wesley, Anglican Hymn Writer, 1707–1788 | Wesley’s focus on atonement and redemption echoes the hymn’s central theme. |
| John Newton, Anglican Clergyman & Hymn Writer, 1725–1807 | Newton frequently discussed the blood of Christ as a source of cleansing, aligning with this hymn. |
| Folliott S. Pierpoint, Anglican Hymn Writer, 1835–1917 | Pierpoint highlights the hymn’s emotive power and simplicity for congregational singing. |
Are You Washed In The Blood (Elisha Albright Hoffman)
"Are You Washed in the Blood?" is a Christian hymn written by Elisha Albright Hoffman in 1878. The hymn's lyrics speak of the cleansing power of the blood of Jesus Christ, which washes away sin and makes believers clean before God. The hymn has since become a popular gospel song.
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