It was written by American Roman Catholic religious (Crosier Fathers and Brothers) priest, Bernard Mischke, OSC (1926–2012). It was first published in 1965, and copyright is owned by the Crosier Fathers and Brothers, Phoenix, Arizona in the USA.
The text has common meter (ie 86.86). The tunes it was originally set to is unknown. However it has been sung to NEW BRITTAIN, which is better known as the tune for Amazing Grace - composer unknown.
No published versions have been located
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Lyrics
The lyrics are copyright so cannot be reproduced here. But they are currently available on this website. A rough outline is:1. My spirit magnifies the Lord
and gladness fills my soul,
for you, my Lord, have glorified
a lowly maiden’s role.
2. Hereafter all shall call me blest
for you have honored me;
Your mercy is from age to age
to those of piety.
3. The proud you scatter like the wind,
they know your mighty arm;
though great ones tumble from their thrones,
the humble fear no harm.
4. The hungry poor who seek you, Lord,
are filled abundantly;
the rich who have no need of you
are left in poverty.
5. And Israel, your holy one,
you nurture tenderly;
Your promised mercy you fulfill
through all eternity!
6. Almighty Father, hear our praise
through Christ your only Son,
Whom in the Spirit we adore
while endless ages run.
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