Author: Thomas Pestel, 1585-1659 Hymnal: Complete Anglican Hymns Old and New #62 (2000) Meter: 8.6.8.6 First Line: Behold, the great Creator makes Lyrics: 1 Behold, the great Creator makes
himself a house of clay,
a robe of virgin flesh he takes
which he will wear for ay.
2 Hark, heal! the wise eternal Word
like a weak infant cries!
in form of servant is the Lord,
and God in cradle lies.
3 This wonder all the world amazed,
it shook the starry frame;
squadrons of angels stood and gazed,
then down in troops they came.
4 Glad shepherds run to view this sight;
a choir of angels sings,
and eastern sages with delight
adore this King of kings.
5 Join then, all hearts that are not stone,
and all our voices prove;
to celebrate this Holy One,
the God of peace and love. Topics: Christmas; Years A, B, and C Christmas Day Scripture: Luke 2:8-14 Languages: English Tune Title: KILMARNOCK
Behold, the great Creator