Maria wallt zum Heiligtum (Eccard)
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Mary made a pilgrimage to the temple and brought her child there, / who was seen by the aged Simeon, as the prophets had foretold. / Simeon took Jesus in his arms, and joyfully sang: (full lyrics online)
Now I go forth with joy,/ for today I have seen You, Savior — / comfort of Israel, light of the World.
O dear Jesus, grant now that we at all times / find all our joy in Thee, just as Simeon did,
and that, when the time comes, we pass away gently and thus sing gladly:
Now I go forth with joy, / for today I have seen You, Savior — / comfort of Israel, light of the World.
