CPWI Hymnal ‎#71

71. Behold, the great Creator makes

1 Behold, the great Creator makes
himself a house of clay,
a robe of virgin flesh he takes
which he will wear for ay.

2 Hark, hark! The wise eternal Word
like a weak infant cries;
in form of servant is the Lord,
and God in cradle lies.

3 This wonder struck the world amazed,
it shook the starry frame;
squadrons of spirits stood and gazed,
then down in troops they came.

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,
and all our voices prove,
to celebrate this Holy One,
the God of peace and love.

Text Information

• First Line: Behold, the great Creator makes
• Author: Thomas Pestel, 1584-1659
• Meter: C.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2010
• Topic: Hymns for the Church Year: Christmas
• Notes: A lower setting of KILMARNOCK is found at 566

Tune Information

• Name: KILMARNOCK
• Composer: Neil Dougall, 1776-1862
• Meter: C.M.
• Key: E♭ Major