Community of Christ Sings ‎#419

419. Silvery Star, Precious Star

1 Silvery star, precious star,
shining over Bethlehem,
guiding Wise men from afar,
in the still night leading them.

Refrain:
Starlight and song
all the night long,
heralds of morn;
Jesus is born.

2 Beautiful song, wondrous song
kneeling shepherds wept to hear,
chanted by God's holy throng,
singing peace and joy and cheer. [Refrain]

3 Baby Savior, born at night
in the ages long ago,
angels sang, and stars gave light
for thy humble home below. [Refrain]

4 Lo, we hear the song o'erhead!
Lo, we see the star arise!
Like the Wise Men we are led
in the still night unto Christ. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: Silvery star, precious star
• Title: Silvery Star, Precious Star
• Author: Elbert A. Smith, 1871-1959
• Refrain First Line: Starlight and song
• Meter: 7.7.7.7. and refrain
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2013
• Scripture:
  Luke 2:8-16
• Topic: Christmas; Restoration Heritage; Jesus Christ: Savior

Tune Information

• Name: STARLIGHT AND SONG
• Composer: M. Audentia Anderson, 1872-1963
• Meter: 7.7.7.7. and refrain
• Key: B♭ Major