The Cyber Hymnal ‎#11665

11665. In The Bliss Of Old Predicted

1 In the bliss of old predicted,
Heav’n and earth to-day rejoice;
Men and angels, one in spirit,
Shout aloud in gleeful voice;
For, to those in darkness drear,
God in human flesh is near.

2 Cave and manger show the mystery;
Shepherds tell the wondrous tale;
Bearing gifts to lay before Him
From the east the Magi hail;
Taught by angel words to sing,
We unworthy praises bring.

3 Glory be to God eternal!
Peace on earth its reign begin!
For the one Desire of nations
Comes to save us from our sin;
Freedom He will now bestow
From the bondage of the foe.

Text Information

• First Line: In the bliss of old predicted
• Title: In The Bliss Of Old Predicted
• Greek Title: Ὁ οὐρανὸς καὶ ἡ γῆ σήμερον προφητικῶς εὐφραινέσθωσαν
• Translator: John Brownlie
• Meter: 87.87.77
• Language: English
• Source: Tr.: Hymns of the Greek Church (Edinburgh: Oliphant, Anderson & Farrier, 1900)
• Copyright: Public Domain

Tune Information

• Name: VIGGO
• Composer: Viggo Kalhauge, 1840-1905
• Meter: 87.87.77
• Key: G Major or modal
• Copyright: Public Domain