African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal ‎#112

112. Jesus, the Light of the World (We'll Walk in the Light)

1 Hark! the herald angels sing,
Jesus, the Light of the world;
Glory to the newborn King,
Jesus, the Light of the world.

Refrain:
We’ll walk in the light, beautiful light,
Come where the dewdrops of mercy are bright,
Shine all around us by day and by night,
Jesus, the Light of the world.

2 Joyful, all ye nations, rise.
Jesus, the Light of the world;
Join the triumph of the skies;
Jesus, the Light of the world. [Refrain]

3 Christ, by highest heaven adored,
Jesus, the Light of the world;
Christ, the everlasting Lord!
Jesus, the Light of the world. [Refrain]

4 Hail the heaven-born Prince of Peace!
Jesus, the Light of the world;
Hail the Sun of Righteousness!
Jesus, the Light of the world. [Refrain]

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Hark! the herald angels sing
• Title: Jesus, the Light of the World (We'll Walk in the Light)
• Author: Charles Wesley, 1707-1788
• Alterer: George Whitefield, 1714-1770
• Alterer: J. V. C.
• Adapter: George D. Elderkin
• Refrain First Line: We'll walk in the light, beautiful light
• Meter: 77.77 with Refrain
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2011
• Scripture:
  John 1:4-9
  ;
  John 3:19
• Topic: Jesus Christ: Advent and Nativity; Illumination; Walking with God

Tune Information

• Name: JESUS, THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD
• Composer: Unknown
• Arranger: George D. Elderkin
• Meter: 77.77 with Refrain
• Key: F Major or modal