Peace I leave with you; My peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
John 14:27
Words: Nikolai F. S. Grundtvig (1783–1872). Translated from Danish to English by George A. T. Rygh.
Music: Peace of God Johan P. E. Hartmann (1805–1900) (🔊 pdf nwc).
If you know when this hymn was written or translated, the original Danish title, or where to get a good photo of Rygh (head & shoulders, at least 200×300 pixels),
Peace to soothe our bitter woes
God in Christ on us bestows;
Jesus bought our peace with God
With His holy, precious blood;
Peace in Him for sinners found
Is the Gospel’s joyful sound.
Peace to us the Church doth tell,
’Tis her welcome and farewell;
Peace was our baptismal dower,
Peace shall bless our dying hour;
Peace be with you, full and free,
Now and through eternity.