The Presbyterian Hymnal ‎#26

26. Break Forth, O Beauteous Heavenly Light

Break forth, O beauteous heavenly light,
And usher in the morning;
You shepherds, shudder not with fright,
But hear the angel's warning.
This Child, now weak in infancy,
Our confidence and joy shall be;
The power of Satan breaking,
Our peace eternal making.

Text Information

• First Line: Break forth, O beauteous heavenly light
• Title: Break Forth, O Beauteous Heavenly Light
• Author: Johann Rist (1641)
• Translator: John Troutbeck (1873)
• Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.8.7.7
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1990
• Scripture:
  Isaiah 9:2-7

Tune Information

• Name: ERMUNTRE DICH
• Composer: Johann Schop (1641)
• Harmonizer: J. S. Bach (1734)
• Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.8.7.7
• Key: E♭ Major