Alleluia! Sing to Jesus" was written by William C. Dix in 1866 and originally titled "Redemption by the Precious Blood". Written as a eucharistic hymn for Ascension Sunday. It is inspired by the Book of Revelation and is often associated with the hymn tune HYFRYDOL, although a tune called "Alleluia" was also written specifically for it by Samuel Sebastian Wesley in 1868. The hymn praises Christ's victory and redemptive sacrifice while also acknowledging his ascension and ongoing presence with be