Verse 1
But what are all the blessings, Lord,
Which our frail bodies prove,
Unless thou to our souls afford
The happiness of love?

Verse 2
Our souls (we above all desire)
Our souls vouchsafe to bless,
And into our young hearts inspire
The knowledge of thy grace.

Verse 3
We lack the wisdom from on high,
For love on thee we call,
Who never canst thyself deny,
But giv’st thyself to all.

Verse 4
Then let us with thy gifts receive
The giver from above,
And never sin, and never grieve
The God whom once we love.