For us given, for us brought forth
from the Virgin never touched.
In the world he lived and traveled,
spreading seed of saving word.
Then the days he spent among us
he brought to a wondrous end.

On the night of his last supper
with his brothers he reclined.
He did all the Law commanded,
setting out the food prescribed.
To the band of twelve Apostles
handed he himself as food.

So this sacrament most awesome
let us venerate bowed down.
Let the olden Law's observance
yield to new and perfect rites.
Let our faith supply completely
where our senses cannot cope.

To the Father, to the Son be
jubilation, shouts of praise,
honor to our mighty Savior,
acclamations, endless thanks.
To the Spirit from both flowing
be like honor without end.