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The Akathist of Thanksgiving- 2 -
Kontakion 2
O Lord, how good it is for us to be Thy guests! How fine it
is for us in Thy world. The fields are fragrant, the mountains
rise high up into the sky, and the golden rays of sun and the
light clouds are reflected in the water. All nature mysteriously
speaks about Thee, all is filled with Thy mercy and all carries
the seal of Thy love. Blessed be the earth which, with her
short-lasting beauty, awakens the yearning for the eternal
homeland in Thy kingdom, where in everlasting beauty
resounds the song: Alleluia!
Ikos 2
Thou broughtest me into this life as if into a wonderful
garden. I see the sky deep and blue, the birds as they chirp
in flight; I listen to the soothing rustle of trees and the
sonorous sound of waters; my mouth is enjoying fragrant
and succulent fruits. How wonderful it is in Thy world and
how joyous it is to be Thy guest!

Glory to Thee for the feast of life!
Glory to Thee for the scents of lilies of the valley and
roses.
Glory to Thee for the abundance and multiplicity of earthly
fruits.
Glory to Thee for the glistening of morning dew.
Glory to Thee for the joyous smile of dawn / with which
Thou dost waken me.
Glory to Thee for eternal life / and the kingdom of heaven.
Glory to Thee, O God, in ages!