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On Eagle's Wings" is a devotional hymn composed by Michael Joncas. Its words are based on Psalm 91, Book of Exodus 19, and Gospel of Matthew 13. Joncas wrote the piece in either 1976 or 1979, after he and his friend, Douglas Hall, returned from a meal to learn that Hall's father had died of a heart attack.
"On Eagle's Wings" is a devotional Hymn created by Michael Joncas. Joncas penned the song in the late 1970s. It was recorded in 1979, with Douglas Hall as a producer, distributed by North American Liturgy Resources and later acquired by New Dawn Music, a subsidiary of Oregon Catholic Press.
“On Eagle’s Wings” is a hymn composed by Fr. Michael Joncas, with most of its lyrics based on Psalm 91, and parts inspired by Exodus 19 and Matthew 13. It has become a staple in Catholic Masses and Protestant denominational services, gaining even more prominence at funerals for its comforting and uplifting nature.
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On Eagle's Wings. You who dwell in the shelter of the Lord, Who abide in His shadow for life, Say to the Lord, "My Refuge, My Rock in Whom I trust." And He will raise you up on eagle's wings, Bear you on the breath of dawn, Make you to shine like the sun, And hold you in the palm of His Hand. The snare of the fowler will never capture you,
“On Eagle’s Wings” is a hymn composed by Fr. Michael Joncas, mostly based on Psalm 91 (with parts based on Exodus 19 and Matthew 13). It has become one of the more-commonly used...
Apr 14, 2024 · Answer: The eagle is a powerful symbol in many cultures and religions, representing strength, courage, and divine protection. In On Eagle’s Wings, the eagle serves as a metaphor for God’s watchful care and sheltering presence, offering solace and refuge to those who turn to Him in times of trouble. 3.
Joncas composed the hymn he is best known for, "On Eagle's Wings", following the death of a friend's father in the late 1970s. It has since been quoted by Joe Biden and covered by Lana Del Rey.
