(1803-1887) Text: James Montgomery 1771-1854 Tune: George Webb (1803-1877) John the Baptist 1. Hail to the Lord's Anointed, great David's greater Son! Hail in the time appointed, his reign on earth begun! He comes to break oppression,t o set the captive free; to take away transgression, and rule in equity. 2. He comes with succor speedy to those who suffer wrong; to help the poor and needy, and bid the weak be strong;t o give them songs for s