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Author: Martin Luther, 1483-1546 Meter: 8.5.8.4.7.7 Appears in 7 hymnals First Line: In peace and joy I now depart Lyrics: 1 In peace and joy I now depart
As my Lord wills it;
Serene and quiet is my heart;
Gladness fills it.
This the Lord has promised me,
That death is but a slumber.
2 Christ Jesus brought this gift to me,
My faithful Savior,
Whom you allowed my eyes to see
By your favor.
Now I know he is my life,
My friend when I am dying.
3 You sent the people of the earth
Their great salvation;
Your invitation summons forth
Ev'ry nation
By your holy, precious Word,
In ev'ry place resounding.
4 Christ is the hope and saving light
Of those in blindness;
He guides and comforts those in night
By his kindness.
He is Israel's righteousness,
Their joy, reward, and glory. Topics: Hymns of the Liturgy; Hymns of the Liturgy Used With Tune: MIT FRIED UND FREUD Text Sources: Translation composite
In Peace and Joy I Now Depart (Nunc Dimittis-Song of Simeon)