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1019. Bethlehem's Bright Star

1 The Magi of the East,
All coming from afar,
Were guided by the friendly light
Of Bethlehem’s bright star.

Refrain:
O Star, bright, beautiful Star,
Shine on us from the blue,
And guide our little pilgrim feet
Our risen Lord to view.

2 The Magi of the East
Enjoyed the happy lot
Of following that brilliant guide
Which marked the sacred spot. [Refrain]

3 May we, the favored few,
Be guided from above,
That we may follow on to know
The bliss of perfect love. [Refrain]

4 The Magi of the East
Extolled the Infant King;
But we “behold the Lamb of God”—
To Him our carols sing. [Refrain]

Text Information
First Line: The Magi of the East
Title: Bethlehem's Bright Star
Author: D. O. T. (1903)
Refrain First Line: O Star, bright, beautiful Star
Meter: 6.6.8.6.7.6.8.6
Scripture:
Source: Timeless Truths (http://library.timelesstruths.org/music/Bethlehems_Bright_Star); The Gospel Trumpet Company, Youthful Praise, 1906 (41); Timeless Truths Publications, Sing unto the Lord (33)
Tune Information
Name: [The Magi of the East]
Composer: Daniel O. Teasley (1903)
Meter: 6.6.8.6.7.6.8.6
Key: D Major
Source: Timeless Truths (http://library.timelesstruths.org/music/Bethlehems_Bright_Star); The Gospel Trumpet Company, Youthful Praise, 1906 (41); Timeless Truths Publications, Sing unto the Lord (33)



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