Author: J. C. Jacobi, 1670-1750; Johann Rist, 1607-1667 Hymnal: Hymnal and Liturgies of the Moravian Church #46 (1969) Lyrics: 1 Author of the whole creation,
Light of light, eternal Word,
Soul and body’s preservation
I commit to Thee, O Lord.
My Redeemer, dwell in me;
Let me sleep and wake with Thee,
And receive Thy benediction
Both in joy and in affliction.
2 Ere I close my eyes in slumber,
While to rest I lay me down,
Let my grateful heart remember
All the mercies Thou hast shown;
Fill my soul with sacred love;
Let me dream of things above;
And bestow on me the favor
Of Thy presence, gracious Savior.
3 Pardon, Jesus, each transgression,
Whether open or unknown,
Thus removing that oppression
Under which I else should groan;
I confess the guilt of sin,
But Thy blood can make me clean;
Hear, O Lord, my supplication;
Grant me joy and consolation. Topics: Public Worship Evening Languages: English Tune Title: COBLENTZ
Author of the Whole Creation