Most ancient of all mysteries,
Before your throne we lie,
Have mercy now most merciful,
Most holy Trinity.

When heaven and earth were yet unmade,
When time was yet unknown,
Yet in your bliss and majesty,
You live and love alone.

You were not born; there was no fount,
From which your being flowed;
There is no end which you can't reach;
But you are simply God.

How wonderful creation is,
The work that you have blessed;
And oh, what then must you be like,
Eternal loveliness!

Most ancient of all mysteries,
Still at your throne we lie,
Have mercy now most merciful,
Most holy Trinity.