1  Jesus, Thou Joy of loving hearts,

    Thou Fount of life, Thou Light of men,

    From the best bliss that earth imparts,

    We turn unfilled to Thee again.

 2  Thy truth unchanged hath ever stood;

    Thou savest those that on Thee call;

    To them that seek Thee, Thou art good,

    To them that find Thee, all in all!

 3  We taste Thee, O Thou living Bread,

    And long to feast upon Thee still;

    We drink of Thee, the Fountain-head,

    And thirst our souls from Thee to fill!

 4  Our restless spirits yearn for Thee,

    Where'er our changeful lot is cast;

    Glad when Thy gracious smile we see,

    Blest, when our faith can hold Thee fast.

 5  O Lord, be Thou our strength and stay!

    Make all our moments calm and bright,

    Chase all dark thoughts of sin away,

    Shed o'er us here Thy holy light.