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Bethlehem's Bright Star

Daniel Otis Teasley (1903) • English

Primary Scripture: Matthew 2:9

Verse 1

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

Chorus

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

Verse 2

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

Chorus

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

Verse 3

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

Chorus

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

Verse 4

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

Chorus

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

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • matthew 2:9