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Lo, In The Wilderness A Voice was composed by Percy Dearmer / Joseph Klug.

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Lo, In The Wilderness A Voice is sung in English.

Lo, In The Wilderness A Voice by Percy Dearmer / Joseph Klug — Lyrics & Sheet Music (PDF)

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Composer: Percy Dearmer / Joseph Klug

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Lo, In The Wilderness A Voice by Percy Dearmer / Joseph Klug — Lyrics

VERSE 1 Lo, in the wilderness a voice "Make straight the way" is crying: When men are turning from the light And hope and love are dying The Prophet comes to make us clean There standeth one you have not seen, Whose voice you are denying. VERSE 2 God give us grace to hearken now To those who come to warn us, Give sight and strength that we may kill

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About Lo, In The Wilderness A Voice

"Lo, In The Wilderness A Voice" is a striking Advent hymn that brings the urgent call of John the Baptist straight into the choir loft. Set to the sturdy, historic tune of "Luther's Hymn," the text by Percy Dearmer does not mince words. It speaks directly to moments when "hope and love are dying," reminding the congregation that the prophetic call to "make straight the way" is just as necessary for us as it was in the desert.

For a choir, this piece offers a powerful, grounded moment during the season of Advent or Lent. The melody is resolute and unbending, perfectly matching the weight of the lyrics. As the verses progress from a plea for grace to a declaration of God's unchanging justice, the harmony supports a sense of solemn anticipation. It is a wonderful choice for the weeks leading up to Christmas, calling the faithful to reflection, repentance, and a renewed focus on the light.