CPWI Hymnal ‎#6

6. Now that the daylight fills the sky

1 Now that the daylight fills the sky,
we lift our hearts to God on high,
that he, in all we do or say,
would keep us free from harm today.

2 May he restrain our tongues from strife,
and shield from anger’s din our life,
and guard with watchful care our eyes
from earth’s absorbing vanities.

3 O may our inmost hearts be pure,
from thoughts of folly kept secure,
and pride of sinful flesh subdued
through sparing use of daily food.

4 So we, when this day’s work is o’er,
and shades of night return once more,
our path of trial safely trod,
shall give the glory to our God.

5 All praise to God the Father be,
all praise, Eternal Son, to thee,
whom with the Spirit we adore
for ever and for evermore.

Text Information

• First Line: Now that the daylight fills the sky
• Latin Title: Iam lucis orto sidere
• Author: Anonymous
• Translator: John Mason Neale, 1818-1866
• Meter: L.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2010
• Scripture:
  Psalm 135:1-2
• Topic: Hymns for the Church Year: Morning
• Source: 5th century, Latin
• Notes: Alternative tune: WARRINGTON, 205, 368, 789

Tune Information

• Name: ILSLEY (BISHOP)
• Composer: John Bishop, c.1665-1737
• Meter: L.M.
• Key: G Major