Author: Gregory the Great, c. 540-604; Maurice F. Bell, 1862-1947 Hymnal: Lead Me, Guide Me (2nd ed.) #284 (2012) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Scripture: Luke 4:1-2 Lyrics: 1 The glory of these forty days
We celebrate with songs of praise;
For Christ, through whom all things were made,
Himself has fasted and has prayed.
2 Alone and fasting Moses saw
The loving God who gave the law;
And to Elijah, fasting, came
The steeds and chariots of flame.
3 So Daniel trained his mystic sight,
Delivered from the lion's might;
And John, the Bridegroom’s friend, became
The herald of Messiah’s name.
4 Then grant, O God, that we may, too,
Return in fast and prayer to you.
Our spirits strengthen with your grace,
And give us joy to see your face. Topics: Ash Wednesday; Lenten Season; Transfiguration of the Lord August 6th; Fasting; Grace; Jesus Christ; Petition, Prayer; Strength Languages: English Tune Title: OLD HUNDREDTH
The Glory of These Forty Days