SAVIOUR, let thy sanction rest On the union witnessed now; Be it with thy...

SAVIOUR, let thy sanction rest On the union witnessed now; Be it with thy presence blessed, Ratify the nuptial vow: Hallowed let this union be, With each other, and with thee.

Thou in Cana didst appear At a marriage-feast like this; Deign to meet us, Saviour, here, Fountain of unmingled bliss! Crown with joy this festive board, Joy that earth cannot afford.

We no miracle require, Turning water into wine; All our panting hearts desire Is to taste thy love divine: Holy influence from above, Consecrating earthly love.

Let the path our friends pursue, From this hour together trod, Many though its days, or few, Be a pilgrimage to God; To the land where rest is given, To thy house, O Lord, in heaven.