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The Star of Bethlehem

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Pacific Press Publishing Company · Mountain View, California · May 6, 1908

FromSigns of the Times, Vol. 34, No. 19.

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The Star of Bethlehem.

By Worthie Harris Holden

How bright it shines o'er all the earth; Since first it marked the Saviour's birth! How many travelers from afar Have sought the guidance of that Star! The bright effulgence of its light Pierced e'en the darkness of earth's night. Its radiance, dimmed awhile, shone clear, Pointing the Reformation near. And now once more the heathen night Is full illumined by its light, Proclaiming, "Christ will soon appear,— Herald the King whose reign is near!"
Instead of manger now a throne; For humble birth, a Prince well known; Instead of thorns, a crown of might; For seamless garb, a robe of light.
O Bethlehem's Star, thy rays have pierced The limits of the universe! Our hearts a loyal tribute bring To Bethlehem's babe encrowned King. WORTHIE HARRIS HOLDEN.