Hail, O Star that pointest

Verse 1

Hail, O Star that pointest towards the port of heaven, thou to whom as maiden God for Son was given.

Verse 2

When the salutation Gabriel had spoken, peace was shed upon us, Eva’s bonds were broken.

Verse 3

Bound by Satan’s fetters, health and vision needing, God will aid and light us at thy gentle pleading.

Verse 4

Jesu’s tender mother, make thy supplication unto him who chose thee at his incarnation;

Verse 5

that, O matchless maiden, passing meek and lowly, thy dear Son may make us blameless, chaste and holy.

Verse 6

So, as now we journey, aid our weak endeavour, till we gaze on Jesus, and rejoice for ever.

Verse 7

Father, Son and Spirit, Three in One confessing, give we equal glory, equal praise and blessing.