it's a sad story out there
don't go just by yourself
but if you do,
take a light with you.
she used to have a torch
she led my steps to the right way
but now, her light is just a gleam
the frozen northern wind
has blown it out.
it's dark out there
for long time they've been groopin'.
i've been once there: it's dreary
beneath the cruel frost
my light almost got fallen.
i need to go, i have to go
to that sad nest
to bring with me the joy
of days passed long ago.
oh God, please mercifully look on us, i plead
just light my frighten'd torch
and lead me through the gloomy shadows
to light the hellish darkness
to stand against the evil waves
yet not me, but you, Master.
now, you go first, prepare the ground
and help me sow the seed in stony souls
and let your word give fruits.
i can't do more
but make your glory shine
and bring them to your peaceful haven,
bring them to your rest.