Trisagion and more

     One of my favorite musical artists for quiet praise is Fernando Ortega. The peace of God descends on me whenever I listen to him. He sings treasures old and new. One of the ‘old’ is the Trisagion (linked below). The last line is ‘Have mercy, have mercy, Lord.’ 

   Whenever I hear these words, Father reminds me that because of Jesus, He always has mercy (towards those who believe and trust in Him.). We don’t have to beg Him for it. Yet the truth and beauty of these lyrics touch our souls with heartfelt thankfulness. He knows what we mean when we sing them.  

   This ancient song is short. It has always left me wanting more. So I added verses, under Holy Spirit’s inspiration. Listen to Fernando sing Trisagion, and then continue praising God with the lyrics below.

Original: 

Holy God, Holy and Mighty, Holy Immortal One, have mercy, have mercy on us

Trisagion sung by Fernando Ortega

VARIATIONS ON THE TRISAGION*

Holy God, 

Holy and Mighty 

Holy, Immortal One

We praise You, we praise You, Lord

Blessed Trinity,

Trinity of Righteousness,

Trinity of Justice and Mercy,

We sing to You, we sing to You, Lord

Lord of all Creation,

Creator most lovely

All of Your creatures rejoice in You

We dance for You, we dance with You, Lord

Shepherd of Your sheep,

Giver of blessings,

You alone deserve our praises

We follow You, we follow You, Lord

Lover of our souls,

Sanctifier glorious,

Rescuer of Your people,

We thank You, we thank You, Lord

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*The Greek phrase Trisagion translates as "Thrice Holy". In this hymn God is described as holy in three different qualities; Agios o Theos means "Holy God". (Wikipedi)

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