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Glory to Thee, My God, This Night
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Glory to Thee, My God, This Night by Charles Gounod — Lyrics
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.
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About Glory to Thee, My God, This Night
Charles Gounod's anthem Glory to Thee, My God, This Night is scored for two trebles, offering a bright and clear vocal texture. The English text is a well-known evening hymn, expressing gratitude for the day's blessings, seeking forgiveness for transgressions, and praying for peaceful rest and spiritual preparation for the afterlife. The music reflects the devotional nature of the words, with soaring melodic lines and a gentle, flowing accompaniment, creating an atmosphere of serene contemplation and humble supplication.
