Grant mercy to us who sing Thy praise, both now and in the time to come. Glory to Thee, O God, from age to age. I was born a weak, defenceless child, but Thine angel spread his wings over my cradle to defend me. I give Thee thanks, with all who have come to know Thee, who call upon Thy name. O Lord, how lovely it is to be Thy guest.
All nature murmurs mysteriously, breathing the depth of tenderness.
Birds and beasts of the forest bear the imprint of Thy love. Thou hast brought me into life as into an enchanted paradise. We have seen the sky like a chalice of deepest blue, where in the azure heights the birds are singing. We have listened to the soothing murmur of the forest and the melodious music of the streams. We have tasted fruit of fine flavour and the sweet-scented honey.