Author: Christopher Idle, b. 1938 Hymnal: Worship (3rd ed.) #509 (1986) Meter: 7.7.7.7.7.7 First Line: Who can measure heav'n and earth? Lyrics: 1 Who can measure heav'n and earth?
God was present at their birth;
Who can number seeds or sands?
Ev'ry grain is in his hands:
Through creation's countless days
Ev'ry dawn sings out his praise.
2 Who can tell what wisdom brings,
First of all created things?
One alone is truly wise,
Hidden from our earthbound eyes:
Knowledge lies in him alone--
God, the Lord upon his throne!
3 Wisdom in his plans, he laid,
Planted her in all he made;
Granted her to humankind,
Sowed her truth in ev'ry mind:
But with richest wisdom blessed
Those who love him first and best.
4 Wisdom gives the surest wealth,
Brings her children life and health;
Teaches us to fear the Lord,
Marks a universe restored:
Heav'n and earth she will outlast--
Happy those who hold her fast! Topics: Ordinary Time 32, Year A; Providence Scripture: Exodus 15 Languages: English Tune Title: LUCERNA LAUDONIAE
Who Can Measure Heaven and Earth