The Hymnal ‎#A83

A83. Hail, Gladdening Light

Hail gladdening Light, of His pure glory poured
Who is the immortal Father, heavenly, blest,
Holiest of holies, Jesus Christ, our Lord!
Now we are come to the sun's hour of rest,
The lights of evening round us shine,
We hymn the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit divine.
Worthiest art Thou at all times to be sung
With undefiled tongue,
Son of our God, Giver of life, alone:
Therefore in all the world
Thy glories, Lord, they own.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Hail, gladdening Light, of His pure glory poured
• Title: Hail, Gladdening Light
• Translator: Rev. John Keble (1792-1866)
• Publication Date: 1950
• Topic: Ancient Hymns and Canticles: Ancient Hymns; Christ: Light, Our
• Source: Greek hymn of the 3rd century or earlier

Tune Information

• Name: SEBASTE
• Composer: John Stainer (1840-1901)
• Meter: Irregular
• Key: E♭ Major
• Copyright: Used by permission of J. F. R. Stainer, Esq.