1. O you who were first of messengers in creation
And last of them in being sent and most perfect,

2. So that through your nearness the others gained perfection.
When absent, my spirit I would send to you.

3. Let the earth represent me in my duty to you,
O you for whose love my being is torn asunder.

4. So for the love of other than you I have denied love
If my soul succeeded in kissing you,

5. Then these specters are now present.
So extend your right hand that my lips may gain it.