Wednesday, April 15, 2020

Holy Spirit God of love - #230


"Holy Spirit, God of Love"
by Birgitte K. Boye, 1742-1824
Translated by George A.T. Rygh, 1860-1942

1. Holy Spirit, God of love,
Who our night dost brighten,
Shed on us from heaven above,
Now our faith enlighten.
In Thy light we gather here;
Show us that Christ's promise clear
Is Amen forver.
Jesus, our ascended Lord,
Oh, fulfil Thy gracious Word:
Bless us with Thy favor!

Hymn #230
The Lutheran Hymnal
Text: John 15: 26
Author: Birgitte K. Boye, 1778
Translated by: George A.T. Rygh, 1908, alt.
Titled: "O Lue fra Guds Kjaerlighed"
Tune: "Der Tag, der ist"
Melody: German, 15th century

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