THE heavens declare Thy glory, Lord;

Sun, moon, and stars convey Thy praise Round the whole earth, and never stand; So when Thy Truth began its race, It touched and glanced on every land.

Nor shall Thy spreading Gospel rest, Till through the world Thy Truth has run; Till Christ has all the nations blest That see the light, or feel the sun.

Great Sun of Righteousness, arise, Bless the dark world with heavenly light; Thy Gospel makes the simple wise; Thy laws are pure, Thy judgements right.

Thy noblest wonders here we view, In souls renewed and sins forgiven: Lord, cleanse my sins, my soul renew, And make Thy Word my guide to Heaven.