1 O God, be our nearest Friend, be Thou a kind deliverer and a gracious Friend.

2 Excellent One, come Thou nigh to us, and give us wealth most splendidly renowned.

3 So hear us, listen to this call of ours, and keep us far from every sinful man.

4 To Thee then, O Most Bright, O Radiant God, we come with prayer for happiness for our friends.