Complete Anglican Hymns Old and New ‎#253

253. Hail, gladdening Light

1 Hail, gladdening Light, of his pure glory poured
from th'immortal Father, heav'nly, blest,
hoIiest of holies, Jesus 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
• Title: Hail, gladdening Light
• Translator: John Keble, 1792-1866
• Meter: Irregular
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2000
• Topic: Evening
• Source: Greek (3rd century or earlier)

Tune Information

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