253. Hail, gladdening Light

1 Hail, gladdening Light, of his pure glory poured
from th'immortal Father, heav'nly, blest,
hoIiest of holies, Jesus our Lord.

2 Now we are come to the sun's hour of rest,
the lights of evening round us shine,
we hymn the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit divine.

3 Worthiest art thou at all times to be sung with undefilèd tongue,
Son of our God, giver of life, alone:
therefore in all the world thy glories, Lord, they own.

Text Information
First Line: Hail, gladdening Light of his pure glory poured
Title: Hail, gladdening Light
Translator: John Keble, 1792-1866
Meter: Irregular
Language: English
Publication Date: 2000
Topic: Evening
Source: Greek (3rd century or earlier)
Tune Information
Name: SEBASTE
Composer: John Stainer, 1840-1901
Meter: Irregular
Key: D Major



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