O lovely Bridegroom, we long for Thy returning;

O lovely Bridegroom, we long for Thy returning; Quicken that day: increase Thyself in us. Lord, beautify each member with Thy beauty; Thy bride we’ll be, prepared and glorious.

O lovely Bridegroom, our nat’ral strength e’er fails us; Hopeless Thou found us, and one gift Thou gave: Our little pow’r to cling to our Beloved, Leaning on Thee and guided all the way.

O lovely Bridegroom, have mercy on Thy people That we’d forsake all other loves but Thee, Cleaving to Thee, our dear and faithful Husband; Loving Thee solely, unreservedly.

O lovely Bridegroom, Thy burning love compels us That we’d be ready for that wedding day. E’er we’d adorn the church with all Thy riches; Her beauty then Thou wouldst desire for aye.

O lovely Bridegroom, we yearn to hear Thy speaking: “You’re altogether beautiful, My love!” Aching for Thee, Thy coming we would hasten Till at Thy wedding feast we meet above.