Bright was the guiding star that led,

With mild, benignant ray,

The Gentiles to the lowly shed

Where the Redeemer lay.

2 But, lo! a brighter, clearer light

Now points to his abode;

It shines through sin and sorrow’s night

To guide us to our God.

3 O haste to follow where it leads;

The gracious call obey,

Be rugged wilds or flowery meads

The Christian’s destined way.

4 O gladly tread the narrow path

While light and grace are given:

Who meekly follow Christ on earth,

Shall reign with him in heaven.