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Joyous Light (Hail Gladdening Light Revised)

By Chris Tomlin

1,375 views Jul 15, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Chris Tomlin's 'Hail Gladdening Light' is a modern musical setting of an ancient Christian hymn, often attributed to the third century. The song celebrates Jesus Christ as the light that dispels darkness and brings joy. It is a Trinitarian praise, honoring the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit as wholly divine and worthy of all glory. The lyrics emphasize Christ's role as the eternal light and the giver of life. This hymn is commonly used in evening worship services, reflecting on the light of Christ that shines even in the night.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team
Hail Gladdening Light, sun so bright
Jesus Christ, end of night, alleluia
Hail Gladdening Light, Eternal Bright
In evening time, 'round us shine, alleluia, alleluia
Hail Gladdening Light, such joyous Light
O Brilliant Star, forever shine, alleluia, alleluia
Chorus:
We hymn the Father, we hymn the Son
We hymn the Spirit, wholly Divine
No one more worthy of songs to be sung
To the Giver of Life, all glory is Thine

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