The Lutheran Hymnary ‎#557

557. O Christ, who art the light and day

1 O Christ, who art the light and day,
Thy beams chase night's dark shades away;
The very Light of light Thou art,
Who dost that blessed light impart.

2 All-holy Lord, to Thee we bend,
Thy servants through this night defend,
And grant us calm repose in Thee,
A quiet night from perils free.

3 Let not dull sleep the soul oppress,
Nor secret foe the heart possess.
Nor Satan's wiles the flesh allure,
And make us in Thy sight impure.

4 Light slumbers let our eyelids take,
The heart to Thee be still awake;
And Thy right hand protection be
To those who love and trust in Thee.

5 O Lord, our strong defense, be nigh;
Bid all the powers of darkness fly;
Preserve and watch o'er us for good,
Whom Thou hast purchased with Thy blood.

6 Remember us, dear Lord, we pray,
Whilst burdened in the flesh we stay:
Thou only canst the soul defend;
Be with us, Savior, to the end.

Text Information

• First Line: O Christ, who art the light and day
• Author: Anon.
• Meter: L. M.
• Publication Date: 1913
• Topic: Family Prayer: Evening
• Source: Latin, 8th Century

Tune Information

• Name: [O Christ, who art the light and day]
• Meter: L. M.
• Key: A♭ Major
• Source: German