Christian Worship ‎#794

794. Now Rest beneath Night's Shadow

1 Now rest beneath night's shadow
the woodland, field, and meadow;
the world in slumber lies.
But you, my heart, awaken,
with prayer and song be taken;
let praise to your Creator rise.

2 The rule of day is over
and shining jewels cover
the heaven's boundless blue.
Thus I shall shine in heaven,
where crowns of gold are given
to all who faithful prove and true.

3 Lord Jesus, since you love me,
O spread your wings above me
and shield me from alarm.
Though Satan would assail me,
your mercy will not fail me;
I rest in your protecting arm.

4 My loved ones, rest securely,
for God this night will surely
from peril guard your heads.
Sweet slumbers may he send you
and bid his hosts attend you
and through the night watch o'er your beds.

Text Information

• First Line: Now rest beneath night's shadow
• Title: Now Rest beneath Night's Shadow
• Author: Paul Gerhardt, 1607-1676
• Meter: 776 778
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2021
• Scripture:
  Psalm 92:1-3
  ;
  Revelation 2:10
  ;
  Psalm 57:1
  ;
  Psalm 4:8
• Topic: Evening
• Source: Tr.: The Lutheran Hymnal, 1941, alt.
• Copyright: Public Domain

Tune Information

• Name: O WELT, ICH MUSS DICH LASSEN
• Composer: Heinrich Isaac, c. 1450-1517
• Meter: 776 778
• Key: F Major or modal
• Source: Setting: The Lutheran Hymnal, 1941, alt.
• Copyright: Public Domain