The Earth Adorned (Psalm of Summer) - Waldemar Åhlén
Details
| Title | The Earth Adorned (Psalm of Summer) - Waldemar Åhlén |
| Author | Pacific Spirit United Church |
| Duration | 2:36 |
| File Format | MP3 / MP4 |
| Original URL | https://youtube.com/watch?v=8h3x7-t4s3g |
Description
Christina Cichos, soprano
Bryn Nixon, organ
Music: Waldemar Åhlén (1894-1982)
Words: Traditional Scandinavian; translation Carolyn & Kenneth Jennings
©1934/1974 Walton Music Corporation
Used with permission under ONE LICENSE A-716393
The earth adorned in verdant robe
sends praises upward surging,
while soft winds breathe on fragrant flowers
from winter now emerging.
The sunshine bright gives warmth and light
to budding blossoms tender,
proclaiming summer splendour.
From out the wood, the birds now sing
and each its song now raises,
to join with all the universe
in voicing thankful praises.
With hope and joy their songs employ
a rapturous exultation
in praise of God’s creation.
O God, amid these joys of life,
creation's glory beaming,
grant us the grace to keep your word
and live in love redeeming.
All flesh is grass, the flowers fade,
and time is fleeting ever;
God’s word remains forever.
