539. O Jesus, King most wonderful

1 O Jesus, King most wonderful;
thou conqueror renowned,
thou sweetness most ineffable,
in whom all joys are found!

2 When once thou visitest the heart,
then truth begins to shine,
then earthly vanities depart,
then kindles love divine.

3 O Jesus, light of all below!
Thou fount of living fire,
surpassing all the joys we know,
and all we can desire:

4 Jesus, may all confess thy name,
thy wondrous love adore;
and, seeking thee, themselves inflame
to seek thee more and more.

*5 Thee may our tongues for ever bless,
thee may we love alone,
and ever in our lives express
the image of thine own.

*6 Abide with us, and let thy light
shine, Lord, on every heart;
dispel the darkness of our night,
and joy to all impart.

7 Jesus, our love and joy, to thee,
the Father's only Son,
all might, and praise, and glory be,
while endless ages run.

Text Information
First Line: O Jesus, King most wonderful
Latin Title: Jesu, Rex admirabilis
Translator: Edward Caswall, 1814-1878
Meter: CM
Language: English
Publication Date: 2000
Scripture: ; ; ;
Topic: Proper 14: Year B
Source: Latin, c. 12th century
Notes: Alternative tune ST BOTOLPH 305
Tune Information
Name: METZLER'S REDHEAD NO. 66
Composer: Richard Redhead, 1820-1901
Meter: CM
Key: D Major



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