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O Joyous Light of Glory

St. Athenogenes (2nd c.) • Abbey of Our Lady of Mepkin • English

Primary Scripture: Psalm 141:2

Chorus

O joyous light of glory, eternal splendor of the Father, holy blessed Son, Jesus Christ!

Verse 1

Now as we come to the setting of the sun, the evening lamp is lit; we sing to the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

Chorus

O joyous light of glory, eternal splendor of the Father, holy blessed Son, Jesus Christ!

Verse 2

At all times you are worthy to be praised with lips undefiled; O Son of God, giver of life, all creation sings your glory.

Chorus

O joyous light of glory, eternal splendor of the Father, holy blessed Son, Jesus Christ!

Verse 3

Let my prayer, O Lord, arise before you like incense, and the raising of my hands be as an evening sacrifice.

Chorus

O joyous light of glory, eternal splendor of the Father, holy blessed Son, Jesus Christ!

Verse 4

Therefore in celebrating your glory, we proclaim the love of the Father, in the light of the Spirit, burning seal which makes you one!

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • psalms 141:2

Reference 2

  • 2-corinthians 13:14

Reference 3

  • hebrews 13:15

Reference 4

  • 1-john 5:6-12