385 Praise to God

 

1. Many and great, O God, are thy works,

maker of earth and sky;

thy hands have set the heavens with stars;

thy fingers spread the mountains and plains.

Lo, at thy word the waters were formed;

deep seas obey thy voice.

 

2. Grant unto us communion with thee,

thou star abiding one;

come unto us and dwell with us;

with thee are found the gifts of life.

Bless us with life that has no end,

eternal life with thee.

 

Words: Joseph R. Renville ca. 1835; tr. Philip Frazier (1892-1964), alt.Music: Dakota Indian Chant Dakota Indian Chant [Lacquiparle], Native American melody.