Moravian Book of Worship ‎#261

261. Let the Earth Now Praise the Lord

1 Let the earth now praise the Lord,
who has truly kept his word
and at last to us did send
Christ, the sinner's help and friend.

2 What the fathers most desired,
what the prophets' heart inspired,
what they longed for many a year,
stands fulfilled in glory here.

3 Welcome, O my Savior, now!
Joyful, Lord, to you I bow.
Come into my heart, I pray;
O, prepare in glory here.

4 As your coming was in peace,
quiet, full of gentleness,
let the same mind dwell in me
which is yours eternally.

5 Then when you will come again
as the glorious king to reign,
I with joy will see your face,
freely ransomed by your grace.

Text Information

• First Line: Let the earth now praise the Lord
• Title: Let the Earth Now Praise the Lord
• Author: Heinrich Held (1659)
• Translator: Catherine Winkworth, 1829-1878 (alt.)
• Meter: 7.7.7.7.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1995
• Scripture:
  Psalm 119:57
  ;
  Matthew 1:23
  ;
  Luke 1:68-79
  ;
  2 Timothy 4:1
• Topic: Advent; Christian year--Advent; Christian year--Return of Christ

Tune Information

• Name: MONKLAND
• Composer: John Antes (1796)
• Arranger: John B. Wilkes (1861)
• Meter: 7.7.7.7.
• Key: B♭ Major