Complete Anglican Hymns Old and New ‎#585

585. Round me falls the night

1 Round me falls the night;
Saviour, be my light:
through the hours in darkness shrouded
let me see thy face unclouded:
let thy glory shine
in this heart of mine.

2 Earthly work is done,
earthly sounds are none;
rest in sleep and silence seeking,
let me hear thee softly speaking;
in my spirit's ear
whisper, 'I am near.'

3 Blessèd, heav'nly light,
shining through earth's night;
voice, that oft of love hast told me;
arms, so strong to clasp and hold me;
thou thy watch wilt keep,
Saviour, o'er my sleep.

Text Information

• First Line: Round me falls the night
• Title: Round me falls the night
• Author: William Romanis, 1824-1889
• Meter: 55 88 55
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2000
• Scripture:
  John 8:12
  ;
  Psalm 4:8
  ;
  Psalm 119:151
  ;
  Psalm 145:18
• Topic: Evening

Tune Information

• Name: ARNSTADT (SEELENBRÄUTIGAM)
• Composer: A. Drese, 1620-1710
• Meter: 55 88 55
• Key: G Major
• Source: "Geistliches Gesangbuch," Darmstadt (1689)