Hymn for Lauds
O virgin Clare, enrapt in splendor,
You daughter of eternal light,
Today we mark your solemn passing
From earth to heaven's starry height.
By spurning earthly joys so fleeting
You follow Christ, the Lamb of God;
You feed with him among the lilies
That stud the cloister's fertile sod.
You guard with care the holy virgins;
To every virtue show the way;
You lead your group of saintly maidens
To Christ their Spouse in bridal array.
Beneath the humble Francis' banner
In three-fold strife for Christ unfurled,
You bravely march, a constant victor
O'er devil, flesh, and wicked world.
And now amid the starry heavens,
Enthroned in bliss with God on high,
Do grant that we who strive to follow
May on your guidance e'er rely.
To Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
Be honor, glory, endless praise;
And may Saint Clare's incessant pleading
Obtain for us God's saving grace.
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