The Son of God his glory hides

Verse 1

The Son of God his glory hides to dwell with parents poor; and he who made the heavens abides in dwelling-place obscure.

Verse 2

Those mighty hands that stay the sky no earthly toil refuse; and he who set the stars on high an humble trade pursues.

Verse 3

He in whose sight the angels stand, at whose behest they fly, now yields himself to man's command, and lays his glory by.

Verse 4

For this thy lowliness revealed, Jesu, we thee adore, and praise to God the Father yield and Spirit evermore.