To Anna for her first-born, Samuel.
Anna. And thy joy also!
Mary. And the pain as well!
1st Antiphon. He raiseth the poor out of the dust.
2nd Antiphon. And lifteth up the beggar from the dunghill.
1st Antiphon. To set them among the princes.
2nd Antiphon. And to make them inherit the throne of glory.
1st Antiphon. He will keep the feet of his saints.
2nd Antiphon. And the wicked shall be silent in darkness.
1st Antiphon. For by strength shall no man prevail.