The Southern Harmony, and Musical Companion (New ed. thoroughly rev. and much enl.) ‎#115

115. How splendid shines the morning star

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How splendid shines the morning star,
God's gracious light from darkness far
The root of Jesse blessed.
Thou David's son of Jacob's stem,
My bridegroom, king, and wondrous Lamb,
Thou hast my heart possessed.
Sweetly, friendly, O thou handsome, precious ransom
Full of graces, set and kept in heavenly places.

Text Information

• First Line: How splendid shines the morning star
• Title: How splendid shines the morning star
• Meter: 8, 8, 7, 8, 8, 7, 7, 9, 8
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1854

Tune Information

• Name: MORNING STAR (Lowry)
• Composer: Robert Lowry
• Meter: 8, 8, 7, 8, 8, 7, 7, 9, 8