[The helmed cherubim]

And [sworded seraphim]

Are seen in glittering ranks with wings displayed,

Harping in loud and solemn quire, 115

[With unexpressive notes], to Heaven’s new-born Heir.

XII.

Such music (as ’tis said)

Before was never made,

[But when of old the Sons of Morning sung],

While the Creator great 120