God of the nations, who hast led
Thy children since the world began,
Through doubt and struggle, pain and tears,
Unfolding thy eternal plan;
From countless hilltops as of old
The fire upon the altar flares;
Through countless rites, in countless tongues,
Men offer their imperfect prayers;
Hasten the time of our release,
Bring in thy reign of truth and peace.
Tune Title: PAX VERITATISFirst Line: God of the nations, who hast ledComposer: Horatio William ParkerMeter: 88.88.88.88.88.Incipit: 51776 23465 43577Key: D♭ Major
Tune Title: PAX VERITATISFirst Line: God of the nations, Who hast ledComposer: Horatio ParkerMeter: Ten 8'sIncipit: 51776 23465 43577Key: D♭ MajorDate: 1916