Laudes Domini ‎#14

14. "Guide us"

1 Now that the sun is gleaming bright,
Implore we, bending low,
That he, the uncreated Light,
May guide us as we go.

2 No sinful word, nor deed of wrong,
Nor thoughts that idly rove;
But simple truth be on our tongue,
And in our hearts be love.

3 And while the hours in order flow,
O Christ, securely fence
Our gates, beleaguered by the foe,
The gate of every sense.

4 And grant that to thine honor, Lord,
Our daily toil may tend;
That we begin it at thy word,
And in thy favor end.

5 Now to our God, the Father, Son,
And Holy Spirit, sing:
With praise to God, the Three in One,
Let all creation ring.

Text Information

• First Line: Now that the sun is gleaming bright
• Title: "Guide us"
• Author: J. H. Newman
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1888
• Topic: Opening of Service

Tune Information

• Name: WINCHESTER, OLD
• Composer: Geo. Kirbye
• Meter: C. M.
• Key: G Major or modal