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.