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Break forth, O beautiful light and usher in the glorious morning.

Break forth, O heavenly light, let all darkness flee away.

O Shepherds, do not fear, for the angels bring great news of joy!

O Shepherds, do not fear, for the Light of the world has come.

The Child, now weak in infancy, our confidence and joy shall be

for the Light of the world has come.

The power of Satan breaking, our peace eternal making.

Break forth, O beautiful Light.

Johann Rist (1641)