Joseph Friedlander, comp. The Standard Book of Jewish Verse. 1917.
By Penina MoïseNishmas
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O just and gracious God!
All flesh Thy providence proclaim,
Thy holy works applaud.
The wonders Thou hast wrought,
Delighting to expatiate
On all which Thou hast taught.
Thy wisdom to extol,
And children in Thy praise rejoice,
Father and Friend of all!
As are the eagle’s wings,
To thank Thee for the daily bread,
That from Thy bounty springs.
Should from our lips proceed,
How large a debt would yet be due
To Thee, from Jacob’s seed!
Ineffable and pure!
Before Thy Majesty we bow,
Great King, whom we adore.