
Author: Anon. Hymnal: The Lutheran Hymnary #557 (1913) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Lyrics: 1 O Christ, who art the light and day,
Thy beams chase night's dark shades away;
The very Light of light Thou art,
Who dost that blessed light impart.
2 All-holy Lord, to Thee we bend,
Thy servants through this night defend,
And grant us calm repose in Thee,
A quiet night from perils free.
3 Let not dull sleep the soul oppress,
Nor secret foe the heart possess.
Nor Satan's wiles the flesh allure,
And make us in Thy sight impure.
4 Light slumbers let our eyelids take,
The heart to Thee be still awake;
And Thy right hand protection be
To those who love and trust in Thee.
5 O Lord, our strong defense, be nigh;
Bid all the powers of darkness fly;
Preserve and watch o'er us for good,
Whom Thou hast purchased with Thy blood.
6 Remember us, dear Lord, we pray,
Whilst burdened in the flesh we stay:
Thou only canst the soul defend;
Be with us, Savior, to the end. Topics: Family Prayer Evening Tune Title: [O Christ, who art the light and day]
O Christ, who art the light and day