Psalms and Hymns to the Living God ‎#430

430. O Gladsome Light

1 O gladsome light, O grace
of God the Father's face,
the eternal splendor wearing;
celestial, holy, blest,
our Savior Jesus Christ,
joyful in Thine appearing.

2 Now, as day fadeth quite,
we see the evening light,
our wonted hymn outpouring;
Father of might unknown,
Thee, His incarnate Son,
and Holy Spirit adoring.

3 To Thee of right belongs
all praise of holy songs,
O Son of God, Life-giver;
Thee, therefore, O Most High,
the world doth glorify
and shall exalt forever.

Text Information

• First Line: O gladsome light, O grace
• Title: O Gladsome Light
• Translator: Robert Bridges (1899)
• Meter: 66 76 67
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2023
• Topic: Benediction
• Source: Greek Phos Hilaron, 3rd cent.

Tune Information

• Name: NUNC DIMITTIS
• Composer: Louis Bourgeois (1551)
• Harmonizer: Claude Goudimel (1565)
• Meter: 66 76 67
• Key: F Major