The Presbyterian Hymnal ‎#549

549. O Gladsome Light

1 O gladsome light, O grace
Of our Creator’s face,
The eternal splendor wearing;
Celestial, holy, blessed,
Our Savior Jesus Christ,
Joyful in Your appearing!

2 As fades the day’s last light,
We see the lamps of night
Our common hymn outpouring;
O God of might unknown,
You, the incarnate Son,
And Spirit blessed adoring.

3 To You of right belongs
Aall praise of holy songs,
O Son of God, Life-giver;
You, therefore, O Most High,
The world does glorify
And shall exalt forever.

Text Information

• First Line: O gladsome light, O grace
• Title: O Gladsome Light
• Paraphraser: Robert Seymour Bridges (1899; alt.)
• Meter: 6.6.7.6.6.7
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1990
• Scripture:
  John 1:9
• Topic: Evening hymns
• Source: Phos Hilaron, 4rd century

Tune Information

• Name: LE CANTIQUE DE SIMÉON
• Harmonizer: Claude Goudimel (1565)
• Meter: 6.6.7.6.6.7
• Key: F Major