He Who holds the whole creation in the hollow of His hand is born of the Virgin.
He Whose Essence is incomprehensible is wrapped in swaddling clothes as a mortal.
God, Who in the beginning formed the heavens, lies in a manger.
He Who rained down manna on the people in the wilderness is fed on milk from His Mother's breast.
The Bridegroom of the Church summons the Magi.
The Son of the Virgin accepts their gifts.
We worship Thy Nativity, O Christ!
We worship Thy Nativity, O Christ!
We worship Thy Nativity, O Christ!
Show us also Thy holy Theophany!
(Byzantine Rite)
