Celtic Cross

Hymns of Orpheus


Hymn To Fire

The fumigation from Saffron.

O Ever untamed Fire, who reign'st on high
In Jove's dominions ruler of the sky;
The glorious Sun with dazzling lustre bright,
And moon and stars from thee derive their light;
All taming power, aetherial shining fire,
Whose vivid blasts the heat of life inspire:
The World's best element, light-bearing power,
With starry radiance shiningm, splendid flower,
O hear my suppliant prayer, and may thy frame
Be ever innocent, serene, and tame.

Translated by Thomas Taylor.