Hymnal for Church and Home (2nd ed.) ‎#127

127. Holy Spirit, Still Our Sorrow

1 Holy Spirit, still our sorrow,
In our hearts Thy light reveal,
Turn our darkness into morrow
And the fount of life unseal;
Give us comfort, strength and breath,
Light in darkness, life in death.

2 God's eternal might and glory
Lie revealed before Thy sight,
And salvation's wondrous story
Thou alone canst bring to light
When to us from heaven above
Thou descendest with God's love.

3 Maker of the new creation,
Prove in us what Thou canst do,
Save us from the foe's temptation,
Through God's Word our faith renew,
Build Thy temple in our breast,
Fill Thy house with peace and rest.

Text Information

• First Line: Holy Spirit, still our sorrow
• Title: Holy Spirit, Still Our Sorrow
• Author: N. F. S. Grundtvig
• Meter: 8, 7, 8, 7, 7, 7.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1928
• Topic: Pentecost
• Notes: Danish first line: Helligaand, vor sorg du slukke; Translator: J. C. Aaberg

Tune Information

• Name: [Holy Spirit, still our sorrow]
• Composer: Viggo Kalhauge
• Meter: 8, 7, 8, 7, 7, 7.
• Key: G Major