1:1 The life- giving cross which was salvation for us,
by which we all praise you.
You from the Father of light were light radiated on the earth
and the staff of strength for believers, by which all praise you.
Who by your shining origin miraculously
and gloriously render us help against the enemy,
by which we all praise you:
1:2 Glory to the Father and Son and Holy Spirit,
now and always and unto the ages of ages amen.
Who at the tribunal stood uncondemned by the deception around you
and quenched us from the spring flowing from your side,
renew also me who am corrupted by sin: