Christian Worship (1993) ‎#269

269. In Peace and Joy I Now Depart (Nunc Dimittis-Song of Simeon)

1 In peace and joy I now depart
As my Lord wills it;
Serene and quiet is my heart;
Gladness fills it.
This the Lord has promised me,
That death is but a slumber.

2 Christ Jesus brought this gift to me,
My faithful Savior,
Whom you allowed my eyes to see
By your favor.
Now I know he is my life,
My friend when I am dying.

3 You sent the people of the earth
Their great salvation;
Your invitation summons forth
Ev'ry nation
By your holy, precious Word,
In ev'ry place resounding.

4 Christ is the hope and saving light
Of those in blindness;
He guides and comforts those in night
By his kindness.
He is Israel's righteousness,
Their joy, reward, and glory.

Text Information

• First Line: In peace and joy I now depart
• Title: In Peace and Joy I Now Depart (Nunc Dimittis-Song of Simeon)
• Author: Martin Luther, 1483-1546
• Meter: 85 84 77
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1993
• Topic: Hymns of the Liturgy
• Source: Translation composite

Tune Information

• Name: MIT FRIED UND FREUD
• Meter: 85 84 77
• Key: a minor
• Source: Geystliche gesangk Buchleyn, Wittenberg, 1524, alt.