Glory to thee, my God, this night
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{title: Glory to thee, my God, this night}
{key: C}
{verse}
[C] Glory to thee, my God, this night,
[F] For all the blessings of the light.
[G] Keep me, O keep me, King of kings,
[C] Beneath thine own almighty wings!
{verse}
[C] Forgive me, Lord, for thy dear son,
[F] The ill that I this day have done;
[G] That with the world, myself and thee,
[C] I, ere I sleep, at peace may be.
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[C] Teach me to live, that I may dread
[F] The grave as little as my bed;
[G] Teach me to die, that so I may
[C] Rise glorious at the awful day.
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[C] O let my soul on thee repose!
[F] And may sweet sleep mine eyelids close;
[G] Sleep that shall me more vigorous make
[C] To serve my God when I awake.
{verse}
[C] If in the night I sleepless lie,
[F] My soul with heavenly thoughts supply;
[G] Let no ill dreams disturb my rest,
[C] No powers of darkness me molest.
{chorus}
[C] Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
[F] Praise Him, all creatures here below;
[G] Praise him above, ye heavenly host;
[C] Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
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Glory to thee, my God, this night,
For all the blessings of the light.
Keep me, O keep me, King of kings,
Beneath thine own almighty wings!
Forgive me, Lord, for thy dear son,
The ill that I this day have done;
That with the world, myself and thee,
I, ere I sleep, at peace may be.
Teach me to live, that I may dread
The grave as little as my bed;
Teach me to die, that so I may
Rise glorious at the awful day.
O let my soul on thee repose!
And may sweet sleep mine eyelids close;
Sleep that shall me more vigorous make
To serve my God when I awake.
If in the night I sleepless lie,
My soul with heavenly thoughts supply;
Let no ill dreams disturb my rest,
No powers of darkness me molest.
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise him above, ye heavenly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
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About This Hymn
"Glory to Thee, my God, this night" is a traditional Christian hymn attributed to Thomas Ken, an English clergyman and hymnodist, who wrote it in the late 17th century. Ken is best known for his role in the Anglican Church and his contributions to hymnody. The hymn was originally written as part of his "Short Hymn for the Night" and was designed to be sung as part of evening prayers. It emphasizes gratitude for the protection and grace of God during the night, invoking peace and trust in divine care. Ken’s influence in shaping devotional music is significant, and his hymns, including this one, are still sung in churches today. The hymn’s lyrical simplicity and soothing tone have made it a favorite for evening worship, highlighting themes of reflection, rest, and spiritual trust in God's provision. While the exact date of its composition is unclear, it remains a beloved piece in both personal and communal prayer settings.