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1. Jesus, the Light of the World

1 All ye saints of light proclaim,
Jesus, the light of the world;
Life and mercy in His name,
Jesus, the light of the world.

Chorus:
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.

2 Hear the Saviour’s earnest call,
Jesus, the light of the world;
Send the gospel truth to all,
Jesus, the light of the world. [Chorus]

3 Why not seek Him then today,
Jesus, the Light of the world;
Go with truth the narrow way,
Jesus, the Light of the world. [Chorus]

4 Come, confess Him as your King,
Jesus, the light of the world;
Then the bells of heav’n will ring,
Jesus, the light of the world. [Chorus]

Text Information
First Line: All ye saints of light proclaim
Title: Jesus, the Light of the World
Author: J. V. C.
Refrain First Line: We'll walk in the light, beautiful light
Language: English
Publication Date: 1938
Tune Information
Name: [All ye saints of light proclaim]
Key: F Major or modal
Notes: Alt.



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