Lutheran Service Book ‎#882

882. O Christ, Who Art the Light and Day

1 O Christ, who art the light and day,
Thou drivest night and gloom away;
O Light of Light, whose Word doth show
The light of heav'n to us below.

2 All-holy Lord, in humble prayer
We ask tonight Thy watchful care.
O grant us calm repose in Thee,
A quiet night, from perils free.

3 Our sleep be pure from sinful stain;
Let not the tempter vantage gain
Or our unguarded flesh surprise
And make us guilty in Thine eyes.

4 Asleep though wearied eyes may be,
Still keep the heart awake to Thee;
Let Thy right hand outstretched above
Guard those who serve the Lord they love. A-men.

5 Behold, O God, our shield, and quell
The crafts and subtleties of hell;
Direct Thy servants in all good,
Who Thou hast purchased with Thy blood.

6 O Lord, remember us who bear
The burden of the flesh we wear;
Thou who dost e'er our souls defend,
Be with us even to the end.

7 All praise to God the Father be,
All praise, eternal Son, to Thee,
Whom with the Spirit we adore
Forever and forevermore.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: O Christ, who art the light and day
• Title: O Christ, Who Art the Light and Day
• Translator: William J. Copeland, 1804-85
• Meter: L M
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2006
• Scripture:
  John 8:12
  ;
  John 12:35-36
  ;
  1 Thessalonians 5:5
• Source: Latin, 6th cent.
• Notes: Alternate tune: TALLIS' CANON (# 883)

Tune Information

• Name: CONDITOR ALME SIDERUM
• Meter: L M
• Key: E♭ Major
• Source: Sarum plainsong, c. 9th cent. mode IV