323. Only Begotten, Word of God Eternal

1 Only-begotten, Word of God eternal,
Lord of creation, merciful and mighty:
Hear us, your servants, as our tuneful voices
Rise in your presence.

2 Holy this temple where our Lord is dwelling;
This is none other than the gate of heaven.
Ever your children, year by year rejoicing,
Chant in your temple.

3 Hear us, O Father, as we throng your temple.
By your past blessings, by your present bounty,
Smile on your children, and in grace and mercy
Hear our petition.

4 God in three Persons, Father everlasting,
Son co-eternal, ever blessed Spirit:
To you be praises, thanks, and adoration,
Glory forever.

Text Information
First Line: Only begotten, Word of God eternal
Title: Only Begotten, Word of God Eternal
Translator: Maxwell J. Blacker, 1822-88 (alt.)
Meter: 11 11 11 5
Language: English
Publication Date: 1982
Topic: Adoration; Fellowship; Praise and Adoration (2 more...)
Source: Bern, 9th cent.
Tune Information
Name: ISTE CONFESSOR
Meter: 11 11 11 5
Key: d minor
Source: Antiphoner, Poitiers, 1746
Copyright: Arrangement: Copyright 1969 Concordia Publishing House.



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