The United Methodist Hymnal ‎#225

225. Canticle of Simeon

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Text Information

• First Line: Lord, every nation on earth shall adore you
• Title: Canticle of Simeon
• Latin Title: Nunc Dimittis
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1989
• Scripture:
  Psalm 72:11
  ;
  Luke 2:29-32
• Topic: Christ's Gracious Life: Birth and Baptism; Canticles; Christian Year: Christmas; Christian Year: Epiphany; Particular Times of Worship: Evening; Evening Prayer; Jesus Christ; Salvation
• Source: ICET, rev. ELLC
• Notes: Responsive refrain to reading

Tune Information

• Name: [Lord every nation on earth shall adore you]
• Composer: Richard Proulx
• Key: B♭ Major
• Copyright: Music © 1975 G.I.A. Publications, Inc.