Evangelical Lutheran Hymn-book ‎#25

25. Hark, the herald-angels sing

1 HARK! the herald-angels sing,
"Glory to the new-born King;
Peace on earth, and mercy mild,
God and sinners reconciled!"

2 Joyful, all ye nations, rise,
Join the triumph of the skies;
With th'angelic hosts proclaim,
"Christ is born in Bethlehem!"

3 Christ, by highest heaven adored,
Christ, the everlasting Lord:
Late in time behold Him come,
Offspring of a virgin's womb!

4 Veiled in flesh, the Godhead see,
Hail th'incarnate Deity!
Pleased as man with man to dwell
Jesus, our Emmanuel!

5 Hail, the heavenly Prince of peace,
Hail, the Sun of righteousness!
Light and life to all He brings,
Ris'n with healing in His wings.

6 Mild He lays His glory by,
Born that man no more may die;
Born to raise the sons of earth;
Born to give them second birth.

7 Come, Desire of nations, come,
Fix in us Thy humble home;
O, to all Thyself impart,
Formed in each believing heart!

Text Information

• First Line: Hark, the herald-angels sing
• Meter: 7s.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1893
• Topic: Advent and Christmas
• Notes: Now Public Domain. C. Wesley, a.

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