12/24/2010

Gabriel's announcement

--a 12th century processional hymn

Hear what I shall tell you
and do at once what I shall command you!
Wait for the bridegroom, Jesus the Saviour by name.

Do not fall asleep!
The bridegroom whom you await is here!

He came to earth for your sins,
was born of the virgin in Bethlehem,
was washed and baptized in the Jordan River.

Do not fall asleep!
The bridegroom whom you await is here!

He was beaten, mocked, abused,
lifted up on the cross and crucified;
He was placed in the tomb.

Do not fall asleep!
The bridegroom whom you await is here!

And He rose -- the scripture tells it!
I am Gabriel; He sent me here.
Wait for Him; He shall come soon.

Do not fall asleep!
The bridegroom whom you await is here!

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