Church Book ‎#155

155. Behold, the Prince of Peace

1 Behold, the Prince of Peace,
The chosen of the Lord,
God’s well-beloved Son, fulfils
The sure prophetic Word.

2 No royal pomp adorns
This King of righteousness:
Meekness and patience, truth and love,
Compose His princely dress.

3 Jesus, Thou light of men!
Thy doctrine life imparts.
O may we feel its quickening power
To warm and glad our hearts!

4 Cheered by Thy beams, our souls
Shall run the heavenly way.
The path which Thou hast marked and trod
Shall lead to endless day.

Text Information

• First Line: Behold, the Prince of Peace
• Author: John Needham (1768, a.)
• Meter: S. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1890
• Topic: Example and Teaching of Christ; Lent, Sixth Sunday; Tenth Sunday after Trinity
• Notes: Alternate tune: #3 or #135

Tune Information

• Name: ST. GEORGE
• Meter: S. M.
• Key: c minor
• Notes: Composer from index: Dr. Gauntlett, 1848