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Text:Star of My Night
Author:Mrs. C. L. Shacklock
Tune:[Rest of the weary, and hope of the soul]
Composer:D. B. Towner

23. Star of My Night

1 Rest of the weary, and hope of the soul,
Hearts that are broken by thee are made whole;
Thou art my refuge, my trust is in thee;
Pitying Jesus, compassionate me.

Chorus:
Star of my night, bright star of my night,
Shine on me ever, and guide me aright,
Star of my night, bright star of my night,
Shine on me ever, and guide me aright.

2 Give me, O Savior, the blessing of peace;
I am in bondage, my spirit release;
Cleanse me and make me all spotless within;
Free me forever from fetters of sin. [Chorus]

3 When the dark valley of death I have passed,
O then receive me and guide me at last,
Into the beautiful home of the blest,
Glorious kingdom of heavenly rest. [Chorus]

Text Information
First Line: Rest of the weary, and hope of the soul
Title: Star of My Night
Author: Mrs. C. L. Shacklock
Refrain First Line: Star of my night, bright star of my night
Language: English
Publication Date: 1883
Scripture:
Copyright: Copyright, 1883, by D. B. Towner.
Notes: Now Public Domain. "When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy." —Matt. 2: 10.
Tune Information
Name: [Rest of the weary, and hope of the soul]
Composer: D. B. Towner
Incipit: 51233 34123 22325
Key: G Major
Copyright: Copyright, 1883, by D. B. Towner.
Notes: Public Domain.



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