Bel, the prince, the king of kings.

"Bring him the fresh-slain flesh, roast it with fire, with the savour of salt,

Pour him the strength of wine, chalice and goblet, trodden for him alone:

Raise him the song of songs, cry out in praises, cry out and supplicate

That he may drink delight, tasting our off'ring, hearing our evening song:

Bel, the prince, the king of kings.

"So, in the gentle night, when he is resting, peace descendeth on earth;

High in the firmament, where his steps led him, gleam the tracks of his way:

Where the day felt his touch, there the night also breaketh forth into stars,

These are the flowers of heaven, garlands of blossoms, growing to weave his crown: