Prayer (Francis of Assisi's Canticle of the Sun)

Be praised, my Lord, with all Thy works whate'er they be, Our noble Brother Sun especially, Whose brightness makes the light by which we see, And he is fair and radiant, splendid and free, A likeness and a type, Most High, of Thee.

Be praised, my Lord, for Sister Moon and every Star That Thou hast formed to shine so clear from heaven afar.

Be praised, my Lord, for Brother Wind and Air, Breezes and clouds and weather foul or fair - To every one that breathes Thou givest a share.

Be praised, my Lord, for Sister Water, sure None is so useful, lowly, chaste and pure.

Be praised, my Lord, for Brother Fire, whose light Thou madest to illuminate the night, And he is fair and jolly and strong and bright.

Be praised, my Lord, for Sister Earth, our Mother, Who nourishes and give us food and fodder, And the green grass and flowers of every colour.

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