The Cyber Hymnal ‎#10258

10258. Hark, The Hosts Of Heaven Are Singing

1 Hark, the hosts of Heaven are singing,
Praises to their new-born Lord,
Strains of sweetest music flinging,
Not a note or word unheard.

2 On this night, all nights excelling,
God’s high praises sounded forth,
While the angels’ songs were telling
Of the Lord’s mysterious birth.

3 Through the darkness, strangely splendid,
Flashed the light on shepherds’ eyes;
As their lowly flocks they tended,
Came new tidings from the skies.

4 All the hosts of Heaven are chanting
Songs with power to stir and thrill,
And the universe is panting
Joy’s deep longings to fulfill.

5 On this day then through creation
Let the glorious hymn ring out;
Let men hail the great salvation,
"God with us," with song and shout.

Text Information

• First Line: Hark, the hosts of Heaven are singing
• Title: Hark, The Hosts Of Heaven Are Singing
• Author: Edward H. Plumptre (1866)
• Meter: 87.87
• Language: English
• Copyright: Public Domain
• Notes: Alternate tune: RATHBUN by Ithamar Conkey

Tune Information

• Name: ADORATION
• Composer: William Howard Doane
• Meter: 87.87
• Key: B♭ Major
• Copyright: Public Domain