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Arise, shine, for thy light is come
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Arise, shine, for thy light is come by Edward John Hopkins — Lyrics
Arise, shine, for thy light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee.
The sun shall be no more thy light by day, neither for brightness shall the moon give light unto thee; but the Lord shall be unto thee and everlasting light, and thy God thy glory.
About Arise, shine, for thy light is come
Edward John Hopkins composed this setting of the popular anthem text, drawing from Isaiah 60. The words speak of a divine illumination and a glorious future, where God Himself becomes an everlasting light, superseding any earthly source of brightness. The composer’s SATB voicing captures the text’s hopeful and triumphant message, offering a stirring and uplifting musical experience. This anthem is well-suited for services where themes of spiritual awakening, divine presence, and the promise of salvation are central. Its powerful message and choral writing make it a significant work within the sacred choral tradition.
