1 The advent of our King
Our thoughts must now employ;
Then let us meet him on the road
With songs of holy joy.

2 The co-eternal Son
A maiden's offspring see;
A servant's form Christ putteth on,
To set his people free.

3 Daughter of Sion rise
To greet thine infant King;
Nor let thy stubborn heart despise
The pardon he doth bring.

4 In glory from his throne
Again will Christ descend,
And summon all who are his own
To joys that never end.

5 Let deeds of darkness fly
Before the approaching morn,
For unto sin 'tis ours to die
And serve the Virgin-born.

6 Our joyful praises sing
To Christ, who set us free;
Like tribute to the Father bring,
And Holy Ghost, to thee.