The Hymnal ‎#100b

100b. Light of those whose dreary dwelling

Light of those whose dreary dwelling
Borders on the shades of death,
Jesus, now thyself revealing,
Scatter every cloud beneath.

Still we wait for thine appearing;
Life and joy thy beams impart,
Chasing all our doubts, and cheering
Every meek and contrite heart.

Show thy power in every nation,
O thou Prince of Peace and Love!
Give the knowledge of salvation,
Fix our hearts on things above.

By thine all-sufficient merit,
Every burdened soul release;
By the presence of thy Spirit,
Guide us into perfect peace.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Light of those whose dreary dwelling
• Author: Charles Wesley (1744)
• Meter: 8.7.8.7
• Publication Date: 1916
• Topic: Sundays after Epiphany; Missions
• Notes: Public Domain.

Tune Information

• Name: SARDIS
• Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven, 1770-1827 (adapt.)
• Meter: 8.7.8.7
• Key: F Major
• Notes: Public Domain.