Gentle Moon, You Move So Quietly

Gentle moon, you move so quietly

Through the evening clouds above;

By your Maker’s wise decree,

On your path you steady move.

Shine with kindness on the weary,

In their chambers, still and deep,

And where hearts are sad and dreary,

Pour your light of peaceful sleep.

Gentle moon, you wander softly

’Cross the heaven’s canopy,

Where our God has placed you loftly

As a light for all to see.

Look on us with trust and favor

Through the night upon the land;

As a guardian who’ll not waver,

Showing us the Father’s hand.

Gentle moon, so mild and tender,

Shining in the sea of stars,

Gliding in your solemn splendor

Through the realm that knows no bars.

Comfort-giver, God’s own greeting,

High on clouds of peace you’re borne,

Till we find the joyful meeting

With the fairest light of morn.