The New National Baptist Hymnal (21st Century Edition) ‎#81

81. Jesus the Light of the World

1 Hark! the herald angels sing,
Jesus, the light of the world;
Glory to the newborn King,
Jesus, the light of the world.

Refrain:
We’ll walk in the light, beautiful light,
Come where the dewdrops of mercy are bright,
Shine all around us by day and by night.
Jesus, the light of the world. Amen.

2 Joyful, all ye nations, rise,
Jesus, the light of the world;
Join the triumph of the skies,
Jesus, the light of the world. [Refrain]

3 Christ, by highest heav'n adored,
Jesus, the light of the world;
Christ, the everlasting Lord,
Jesus, the light of the world. [Refrain]

4 Hail the heav'n born Prince of Peace!
Jesus, the light of the world;
Hail the Sun of righteousness!
Jesus, the light of the world. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: Hark! the herald angels sing
• Title: Jesus the Light of the World
• Author: George D. Elderkin
• Author: Charles Wesley
• Refrain First Line: We'll walk in the light, beautiful light
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2001
• Topic: Christmas; Jesus

Tune Information

• Name: [Hark! the herald angels sing]
• Composer: George D. Elderkin
• Key: F Major