Church Hymnary (4th ed.) ‎#308

308. Behold, the great creator makes

1 Behold, the great Creator makes
himself a house of clay,
in human flesh, our form he takes
which he will bear alway.

2 Hark, how the wise eternal Word
as a weak infant cries!
In form of servant is the Lord,
and God in cradle lies.

3 This wonder all the world amazed,
it shook the starry frame;
the hosts of heaven stood to gaze,
and bless the Saviour's name.

4 Glad shepherds ran to view this sight;
a choir of angels sings,
and eastern sages with delight
adore this King of kings.

5 Join then, all hearts that are not stone,
to sing with choirs above
and celebrate this Holy One,
the God of peace and love.

Text Information

• First Line: Behold, the great creator makes
• Author: Thomas Pestel (1585-1659)
• Meter: CM
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2005
• Scripture:
  John 1:14
  ;
  Luke 1:34-45
  ;
  Luke 2:8-16
  ;
  Matthew 2:11
• Topic: Life in Christ: Christ Incarnate - Christmas and Epiphany; Christian Year: Season of Epiphany

Tune Information

• Name: DUNLAP'S CREEK
• Composer: Samuel McFarland
• Harmonizer: Richard Proulx (b. 1937)
• Meter: CM
• Key: D Major
• Copyright: © GIA Publications, Inc.