When Morning Gilds the Skies is a beloved Christian hymn based on a 19th-century German text, translated into English by Edward Caswall and most commonly sung to the tune Laudes Domini composed by Joseph Barnby. The hymn is known for its joyful refrain, “May Jesus Christ be praised,” expressing praise in every moment of life — in worship, work, sorrow, and joy.
The hymn is most widely used in Roman Catholic, Anglican, Lutheran, and other traditional Protestant churches, especially during morning worship services, feast days, and general hymns of praise. It remains popular in hymnals throughout Europe, North America, and English-speaking Christian congregations worldwide.