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