Laudes Domini ‎#332

332. The glad Song

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: The glad Song
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1884
• Topic: Advent of Christ: At Birth; Christ: Advent at Birth; Christ: Incarnation of
• Notes: Now Public Domain

Tune Information

• Name: OSWALD
• Meter: 8s, 7s
• Key: D Major