Evangelical Lutheran Hymnary ‎#562

562. The Sun's Last Beam of Light Is Gone

1 The sun's last beam of light is gone,
The shades of night come swiftly on.
O Christ, our Light, upon us shine
Lest we to sin's dark ways incline.

2 We thank Thee that throughout the day
Thine angles kept all harm away.
Thy grace from care and vexing fear
Hath led us on in safety here.

3 Lord, if we angered Thee today,
Remember not our sins, we pray,
But let Thy mercy o'er them sweep,
And give us calm and restful sleep.

4 Let angels guard our sleeping hours
And drive away all evil powers;
Our soul and body, while we sleep,
In safety, gracious Father, keep.

Text Information

• First Line: The sun's last beam of light is gone
• Title: The Sun's Last Beam of Light Is Gone
• German Title: Hinunter ist der Sonnenschein
• Author: N. Herman, c. 1480-1561
• Meter: LM
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1996
• Source: Tr. composite
• Notes: Hymn text, suggested tune WO GOTT ZUM HAUS

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