Author: William Mercer; Philipp Nicolai Hymnal: Psalter Hymnal (Gray) #357 (1987) Meter: 8.8.7.8.8.7.4.8.4.8 Lyrics: 1 How bright appears the Morning Star,
with mercy beaming from afar;
the host of heaven rejoices.
O Righteous Branch, O Jesse's Rod,
the Son of Man and Son of God!
we too will lift our voices:
Jesus, Jesus, holy, holy, yet most lowly,
come, draw near us; great Immanuel, come and hear us.
2 Though circled by the hosts on high,
he deigned to cast a pitying eye
upon his helpless creature.
The whole creation's head and Lord,
by highest seraphim adored,
assumed our very nature;
Jesus, grant us, through your merit, to inherit
your salvation. Hear, O hear our supplication.
3 Rejoice, O heavens, and earth, reply;
with praise, O sinners, fill the sky
for this, his incarnation.
Incarnate God, put forth your power,
ride on, ride on, great Conqueror,
till all know your salvation.
Amen, amen! Alleluia, alleluia!
Praise be given evermore by earth and heaven.
Topics: Biblical Names & Places Jesse; Epiphany & Ministry of Christ; Angels; Biblical Names & Places Jesse; Christmas; Epiphany & Ministry of Christ; Light Scripture: Revelation 22:16 Languages: English Tune Title: WIE SCHÖN LEUCHTET
How Bright Appears the Morning Star