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54. Illuminare Jerusalem

Illuminare, Jerusalem,
The Duke appeareth in Bethlem.

1

His signë is a star bright,
That shineth over him with light;
It is nought come but of his might:
Illuminare, Jerusalem.

2

This day three kings made oblation:
He gi'th to water sanctification;
By baptism our renovation:
Illuminare, Jerusalem.

3

The Holy Ghost o'er him alight,
The Father's voice was heard on height:
This is my Son, me please him right:
Illuminare, Jerusalem.