How Beautiful Heaven Must Be

By Mrs. A. S. Bridgewater

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1. We read of a place that’s called heaven,
It’s made for the pure and the free;
These truths in God’s Word He hath given,
How beautiful heaven must be.
Refrain:
How beautiful heaven must be,
Sweet home of the happy and free;
Fair haven of rest for the weary,
How beautiful heaven must be.
2. In heaven no drooping nor pining,
No wishing for elsewhere to be;
God’s light is forever there shining,
How beautiful heaven must be.
3. Pure waters of life there are flowing,
And all who will drink may be free;
Rare jewels of splendor are glowing,
How beautiful heaven must be. 
4. The angels so sweetly are singing,
Up there by the beautiful sea;
Sweet chords from their gold harps are ringing,
How beautiful heaven must be.

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How Beautiful Heaven Must Be

About This Hymn

"How Beautiful Heaven Must Be" is a gospel hymn written by Mrs. A. S. (Cordie) Bridgewater, born around 1873 and passing in 1957. The hymn's lyrics express a longing for the eternal peace and joy found in heaven, resonating with the Christian hope of eternal life and the comfort of God's presence.

The melody for this hymn was composed by Andy (last name not specified), and together with Bridgewater's lyrics, it has become a cherished piece in Christian hymnody. The song emphasizes themes of purity, rest, and the absence of sorrow in the afterlife, aligning with biblical depictions of heaven.

"How Beautiful Heaven Must Be" has been included in various hymnals and continues to be sung in churches, particularly during services focused on the hope of eternal life and the comfort of God's promises.
The Authors' Picture is reconstructed from a partial picture we have of her in find a grave, her actual likeness may vary.

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  • Category: Hymn
  • Author/Writer: Mrs. A. S. Bridgewater (1920)
  • Added: September 8, 2025
  • Last Updated: September 13, 2025
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