Author: Frans Mikael Franzén Hymnal: The Hymnal and Order of Service #564 (1926) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Hymnal Title: The Hymnal and Order of Service Lyrics: 1 The day departs, yet Thou art near;
With Thee at hand, we have no fear.
By night Thine eyes their vigil keep,
When our faint eyes are closed in sleep.
2 We rest secure beneath Thy hand,
Protector of our home and land.
To guard Thy children's peaceful rest.
Around the stand Thine angels blest.
3 They sweetly sleep who fear the Lord,
And walk obedient to His Word;
They wake again in joyous mood
To praise the Lord, their Father good.
Amen. Topics: Occasional Evening; Evening Languages: English Tune Title: AUGUSTANA
The Day Departs, Yet Thou Art Near