Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Jesus, I Adore Thee (Adoro Te Devote)

Jesus I adore Thee, Word of truth and grace,
Who in glory shineth light upon our race.
Christ to Thee surrendered, my whole heart is bowed,
Alpha and Omega, Thou true Son of God.

Taste and touch and vision to discern Thee fail,
Faith that comes by hearing pierces through the veil,
I believe what’er the Son of God hath told,
What the Truth hath spoken, that for truth I hold.

Word of God incarnate, Lord of life and light,
Teach me how to love and worship Thee aright,
Holy Spirit, ever abide within my heart,
Speaking Thy commandments, telling all Thou art.

Wondrous revelation, verity and grace,
Lo, in glory’s heaven, I see Thee face to face,
Light of endless light, whom heav’n and earth adore,
Fill me with Thy radiance, now and evermore.

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