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Light dawns on a weary world

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Author: Mary Louise Bringle

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First Line: Light dawns on a weary world
Author: Mary Louise Bringle
Meter: 7.6.6.7.8 with refrain
Place of Origin: United States
Language: English
Refrain First Line: The trees shall clap their hands
Copyright: © 2002 GIA Publications, Inc.
Article: "Light Dawns on a Weary World" by Mary Louise Bringle (from The Hymn)

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