September 5, 2011
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St Francis of Assisi - Canticle of the Sun
It occurred to me today, that it has been quite some time since I posted a more 'devotional' blog entry on my blog. So I decided to look for something appropriate for my blog where I talk about animals and especially my chickens. What better than to have a feature on St Francis of Assisi? (Look up his sermon to the birds, sometime) So, with no further ado, I give you St Francis' Canticle of the Sun.
CANTICLE OF THE SUN
by Saint Francis of Assisitransport back to st francis biography prayer canticle of the sun navigation directory
Most High, all-powerful, all-good Lord,
All praise is Yours, all glory, honor and blessings.
To you alone, Most High, do they belong
no mortal lips are worthy to pronounce Your Name...We praise You, Lord, for all Your creatures,
especially for Brother Sun,
who is the day through whom You give us light.
And he is beautiful and radiant with great splendor,
of You Most High, he bears your likeness...We praise You, Lord, for Sister Moon and the stars,
in the heavens you have made them bright, precious and fair.
We praise You, Lord, for Brothers Wind and Air,
fair and stormy, all weather's moods,
by which You cherish all that You have made...We praise You, Lord, for Sister Water,
so useful, humble, precious and pure.
We praise You, Lord, for Brother Fire,
through whom You light the night.
He is beautiful, playful, robust, and strong...We praise You, Lord, for Sister Earth,
who sustains us
with her fruits, colored flowers, and herbs...We praise You, Lord, for those who pardon,
for love of You bear sickness and trial.
Blessed are those who endure in peace,
by You Most High, they will be crowned...We praise You, Lord, for Sister Death,
from whom no-one living can escape.
Woe to those who die in their sins..!
Blessed are those that She finds doing Your Will.
No second death can do them harm...We praise and bless You, Lord,
and give You thanks,
and serve You in all humility...Image and prayer from http://1800sunstar.com/zzC1LUV/zholydays/saints-angels/00-st.francis-day.html
Comments (1)
I know about St Francis of Assisi. My mom always prays to him when it comes to our animals.
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