The Presbyterian Hymnal ‎#16

16. The Angel Gabriel from Heaven Came

1 The angel Gabriel from heaven came,
His wings as drifted snow, his eyes as flame;
“All hail,” said he, “O lowly maiden Mary."
Most highly favored lady, Gloria!

2 “For know a blessèd mother you shall be,
All generations praise continually,
Your Son shall be Emmanuel, by seers foretold."
Most highly favored lady, Gloria!

3 Then gentle Mary meekly bowed her head,
“To me be as it pleases God,” she said,
“My soul shall laud and magnify God's holy name.”
Most highly favored lady, Gloria!

4 Of her, Emmanuel, the Christ, was born
In Bethlehem, all on a Christmas morn,
And Christian folk throughout the world will ever say:
Most highly favored lady, Gloria!

Text Information

• First Line: The angel Gabriel from heaven came
• Title: The Angel Gabriel from Heaven Came
• Paraphraser: Sabine Baring-Gould
• Meter: 10.10.12.10
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1990
• Scripture:
  Luke 1:26-28
• Topic: Annunciation
• Copyright: © 1955 (renewed 1983) by E. H. Freeman Ltd.
• Notes: Public Domain

Tune Information

• Name: GABRIEL'S MESSAGE
• Arranger: Edgar Pettman
• Arranger: John Wickham
• Meter: 10.10.12.10
• Key: g minor
• Source: Basque carol
• Copyright: © 1955 (renewed 1983) by E. H. Freeman Ltd.