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Text:Jesus, the Light of the World
Author:George D. Elderkin
Author (verses):Charles Wesley, 1707-1788
Tune:WE'LL WALK IN THE LIGHT
Arranger:Evelyn Simpson-Curenton, b. 1953
Composer:George D. Elderkin

216. Jesus, the Light of the World

1 Hark the herald angels sing.
Jesus, the light of the world.
Glory to the newborn King,
Jesus, the light of the world.

Refrain:
We’ll walk in the light, beautiful light.
Come where the dewdrops of mercy shine bright.
Oh, shine all around us by day and by night.
Jesus, the light of the world.

2 Joyful, all ye nations, rise.
Jesus, the light of the world.
Join the triumph of the skies.
Jesus, the light of the world. [Refrain]

3 Christ, by highest heav'n adored.
Jesus, the light of the world.
Christ, the everlasting Lord,
Jesus, the light of the world. [Refrain]

4 Hail, the heav'n-born Prince of Peace.
Jesus, the light of the world.
Hail, the Sun of righteousness!
Jesus, the light of the world. [Refrain]

Text Information
First Line: Hark the herald angels sing
Title: Jesus, the Light of the World
Author: George D. Elderkin
Author (verses): Charles Wesley, 1707-1788
Refrain First Line: We'll walk in the light, beautiful light
Meter: 7 7 7 7 with refrain
Language: English
Publication Date: 2011
Scripture:
Topic: Epiphany; Fellowship with God; Grace, Mercy, and Forgiveness (6 more...)
Tune Information
Name: WE'LL WALK IN THE LIGHT
Composer: George D. Elderkin
Arranger: Evelyn Simpson-Curenton, b. 1953
Meter: 7 7 7 7 with refrain
Key: E♭ Major
Copyright: Arr. © 2000, GIA Publications, Inc,



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