Suppliant, lo! Thy children bend,

Father, for Thy blessing now;

Thou canst teach us, guide, defend;

We are weak, almighty Thou!

With the peace Thy word imparts

Be the taught and teacher blessed;

In our lives, and in our hearts,

Father! be Thy laws impressed.

Pour into each longing mind,

Light and knowledge from above:

Charity for all mankind,

Trusting faith, enduring love.