Laudes Domini ‎#37

37. "First of Days"

1 On this day, the first of days,
God the Father's name we praise;
Who, creation's Fount and Spring,
Did the world from darkness bring.

2 On this day the Eternal Son
Over death his triumph won;
On this day the Spirit came
With his gifts of living flame.

3 Father, who didst fashion me
Image of thyself to be,
Fill me with thy love divine,
Let my every thought be thine.

4 Holy Jesus, may I be
Dead and buried here with thee;
And, by love inflamed, arise
Unto thee a sacrifice.

5 Thou who dost all gifts impart,
Shine, sweet Spirit in my heart;
Best of gifts, thyself, bestow;
Make me burn thy love to know.

Text Information

• First Line: On this day, the first of days
• Title: "First of Days"
• Translator: H. W. Baker
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1888
• Scripture:
  Genesis 2:3
• Topic: Opening of Service
• Notes: Public Domain.

Tune Information

• Name: FERRIER
• Composer: J. B. Dykes
• Meter: 7s
• Key: D Major
• Notes: Public Domain.