1 As o'er the realm of nature
Deep calmness now holds sway,
So let my heart be quiet
On this fair Sabbath day,
On this fair Sabbath day.
2 The bells, like solemn voices,
Are heard both far and near;
To God's own house they call us,
His holy Word to hear:
His holy Word to hear.
3 Who would not gladly follow
Their call so strong and clear?
Who would not share the blessing
So rich in love and cheer?
So rich in love and cheer?
4 And, like the star of Bethl'em,
The light of faith divine
Doth show the heart its pathway
To yonder sacred shrine,
To yonder sacred shrine.
5 From every earthly sorrow
And vain desire made free,
The soul in blissful stillness
Alone with God will be,
Alone with God will be.
Source: Wartburg Hymnal: for church, school and home #71