Category Archives: Religion

Nox et Tenebrae et Nubila

Posted on August 17, 2018 by

Nox et Tenebrae et Nubila Swift as shadows of the night Haste before the morning light, Powers of darkness quickly fly; See the Dayspring from on high. To Thy light, O heavenly King, Undivided hearts we bring, Seek in praise … Continue reading →

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Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Posted on August 15, 2018 by

See, to God’s high temple above Mounts, amid angel hymns of love, The mystical ark of grace See aloft on victory’s throne, Blended in glory both Mother and Son, in one eternal embrace! All the sorrows her bosom bore, All … Continue reading →

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Maiden Mother Undefiled

Posted on August 11, 2018 by

Maiden Mother undefiled, Deign to take me for thy child; All my life, oh let it be My best joy to think of thee: Virgo Maria! Teach me, when the sun-beam bright Calls me with its golden light, How my … Continue reading →

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The Childhood of Jesus

Posted on August 8, 2018 by

By the name which Thou didst take, Suff’ring early for our sake; Name adored on bended knee, Name of grace and majesty. Refrain Child of Mary, hear our cry, Thou wert lowly once as we, Hear the loving Litany, We … Continue reading →

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Oh! Purest of Creatures

Posted on August 4, 2018 by

Oh! purest of creatures! sweet Mother! sweet Maid! The one spotless womb wherein Jesus was laid! Dark night hath come down on us, Mother! and we Look out for thy shining, sweet Star of the Sea! Deep night hath come … Continue reading →

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Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee

Posted on August 2, 2018 by

Jesus, the very Thought of Thee, With sweetness fills my breast; But sweeter far Thy face to see, And in Thy presence rest; No sound, no harmony so gay, Can art of music frame, No thought can reach, no word … Continue reading →

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Christ the Lord Is Ris’n To-Day

Posted on July 30, 2018 by

Christ the Lord is ris’n to-day; Christians haste your vows to pay; Offer ye your praises meet, At the paschal Victim’s feet. For the sheep the Lamb hath bled, Sinless in the sinner’s stead; Christ the Lord is ris’n on … Continue reading →

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