The New Century Hymnal ‎#241

241. Joy Dawned Again on Easter Day

1 Joy dawned again on Easter Day,
the sun shone out with bright array;
For when the Apostles hid in fear,
the Risen Christ to them appeared.

2 O Jesus, Savior, Gentle One,
come take our hearts to be your own,
That we may give you all our days
the willing tribute of our praise.

3 O Sovereign One, with us abide
in this our joyful Easter-tide;
From every weapon death can wield,
your own redeemed forever shield.

Text Information

• First Line: Joy dawned again on Easter Day
• Title: Joy Dawned Again on Easter Day
• Translator: John Mason Neale (1851, alt.)
• Meter: L.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1995
• Scripture:
  Luke 24:36-37
• Topic: Easter; Year A: Easter Evening; Year B: Easter Evening; Year B: Easter 3; Year C: Easter Evening
• Source: Latin, c. 5th century

Tune Information

• Name: PUER NOBIS NASCITUR
• Adapter: Michael Praetorius (1609)
• Harmonizer: George R. Woodward (1910)
• Meter: L.M.
• Key: D Major
• Source: German carol, 15th century