CPWI Hymnal ‎#811

811. From out the cloud of amber light

1 From out the cloud of amber light,
borne on the whirlwind from the north,
four living creatures winged and bright
before the Prophet’s eyes came forth.

2 The voice of God was in the Four
beneath that awful crystal mist,
and every wondrous form they wore
foreshadowed an Evangelist.

3 The lion-faced, he told abroad
the strength of love, the strength of faith;
he showed the Almighty Son of God,
the Man Divine who won by death.

4 O Lion of the Royal Tribe,
strong Son of God, and strong to save,
all power and honour we ascribe
to thee who only makest brave.

5 For strength to love, for will to speak,
for fiery crowns by martyrs won,
for suffering patience, strong and meek,
we praise thee, Lord, and thee alone.

Text Information

• First Line: From out the cloud of amber light
• Author: Cecil Frances Alexander, 1818-1895
• Meter: L.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2010
• Topic: Saints' and Other Holy Days: St. Mark

Tune Information

• Name: ST PETROX
• Composer: Reginald Francis Dale, 1845-1919
• Meter: L.M.
• Key: E Major