Ancient and Modern ‎#17

17. Hail, gladdening Light, of his pure glory poured

1 Hail, gladdening Light, of his pure glory poured
who is the immortal Father, heavenly, blest,
holiest of holies, Jesus Christ, our Lord.

2 Now we are come to the sun's hour of rest,
the lights of evening round us shine,
we hymn the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit divine.

3 Worthiest art thou at all times to be sung with undefilèd tongue,
Son of our God, giver of life, alone:
therefore in all the world thy glories, Lord, they own.

Text Information

• First Line: Hail, gladdening Light, of his pure glory poured
• Author: John Keble (1792-1866)
• Meter: Irregular
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2013
• Scripture:
  Psalm 141:2
• Topic: Church Year: Trinity; Evening; Light; Praise
• Source: Based on Φως ίλαρὸν άγίας δόξις, (Greek, 4th century or earlier)

Tune Information

• Name: SEBASTE
• Composer: John Stainer (1840-1901)
• Meter: Irregular
• Key: D Major