The Canticle of Brother Sun
 | Outside: continued on the back of the card
Just to say Thank you
Most High, omnipotent, good Lord,
to You alone belong praise and glory, honour and blessing.
No man is worthy to breathe Your name.
Be praised, my Lord, for all Your creatures.
In the first place for the blessed Brother Sun,
who gives us the day
and enlightens us through You.
He is beautiful and radiant with His great splendour,
giving witness to You, Most omnipotent One.
Be praised, my Lord, for sister Moon and the Stars
formed by You so bright, so precious,
and beautiful.
Be praised, my Lord, for Brother Wind
and the airy skies, so cloudy and serene, for it is life-giving.
Be praised, my Lord, for Sister Water,
so necessary yet so humble, precious, and chaste.
Be praised, my Lord, for Brother Fire,
who lights up the night.
He is beautiful and carefree, robust, and fierce.
Be praised, my Lord, for our Sister, Mother Earth,
who nourishes and watches us,
while bringing forth abundance of fruits
with coloured flowers and herbs.
Be praised, my Lord,
for those who pardon through your love
and bear weakness and trial.
Blessed are those who endure in peace,
for they will be crowned by You, Most High ...
The Canticle of Brother Sun
St Francis of Assisi
Inside:
Left hand side:
It was He who made the great lights
the sun to rule in the day,
the moon and the stars in the night,
for His love endures forever
Psalm 135:7-9
Right hand side:
Your kindness
is greatly appreciated
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