Hymns for Today's Church (2nd ed.) ‎#323

323. Christ is the world’s true light

Text Information

• First Line: Christ is the world’s true light
• Author: G. W. Briggs (1875-1959)
• Meter: 6 7 6 7 6 6 6 6
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1987
• Scripture:
  John 8:12
• Topic: God's World: Nations, Justice, and Peace; Pentecost 2: The Church's Unity and Fellowship; Pentecost 4: The Freedom God Gives; Pentecost 5: The Church's Mission to All; Pentecost 15: Those in Authority; Pentecost 16: The Neighbour; Pentecost 20: Endurance
• Copyright: © Oxford University Press

Tune Information

• Name: RINKART
• Composer (melody and bass): J. S. Bach (1685-1750)
• Meter: 6 7 6 7 6 6 6 6
• Key: E♭ Major
• Notes: Alternative tune: NUN DANKET (33a)