Lutheran Service Book ‎#876

876. O Blessed, Holy Trinity

1 O blessed, holy Trinity,
Divine, eternal Unity,
O Father, Son, and Holy Ghost,
This day Your name be uppermost.

2 My soul and body keep from harm,
And over all extend Your arm;
Let Satan cause me no distress
Nor bring me shame and wretchedness.

3 The Father's love shield me this day;
The Son's pure wisdom cheer my way;
The Holy Spirit's joy and light
Drive from my heart the shades of night.

4 My Maker, hold me in Your hand;
O Christ, forgiven let me stand;
Blest Comforter, do not depart;
With faith and love enrich my heart.

5 Lord, bless and keep me as Your own;
Lord, look in kindness from Your throne;
Lord, shine unfailing peace on me
By grace surrounded; set me free.

Text Information

• First Line: O blessed, holy Trinity
• Title: O Blessed, Holy Trinity
• Author: Martin Behm, 1557-1622
• Translator: Conrad H. L. Schuette, 1843-1926 (alt. )
• Meter: L M
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2006
• Scripture:
  Psalm 59:16-17
  ;
  Numbers 6:24-26
  ;
  2 Corinthians 13:14
• Topic: Hymn of Invocation

Tune Information

• Name: O HEILIGE DREIFALTIGKEIT
• Composer: Nicolaus Herman, c. 1480-1561
• Meter: L M
• Key: D Major
• Source: The Lutheran Hymnal, 1941 (Setting)