Church Book ‎#141

141. Sons of men, behold from far

1 Sons of men, behold from far,
Hail the long-expected star!
Jacob's star that gilds the night,
Guides bewildered nature right.

2 Fear not hence that ill should flow,
Wars or pestilence below;
Wars it bids and tumults cease,
Ushering in the Prince of Peace.

3 Mild He shines on all beneath,
Piercing through the shades of death;
Scattering error's wide-spread night,
Kindling darkness into light.

4 Nations all, far off and near,
Haste to see your God appear!
Haste, for Him your hearts prepare,
Meet Him manifested there.

5 Here behold the Dayspring rise,
Pouring eyesight on your eyes:
God in His own light survey,
Shining to the perfect day.

6 Sing, ye morning stars, again!
God descends on earth to reign;
Deigns for man His life to employ:
Shout, ye sons of God, for joy.

Text Information

• First Line: Sons of men, behold from far
• Author: C. Wesley (1739)
• Meter: 7s.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1890
• Topic: Epiphany
• Notes: Now Public Domain. Alternate tune #120 or #200

Tune Information

• Name: BEETHOVEN
• Meter: 7s.
• Key: G Major
• Notes: Now Public Domain. Composer from index: From Beethoven