1. How lovely is your dwelling,
O God, my hope and strength.
My spirit longs for shelter,
my flesh cries out for home,
where even swallows nesting
beside your altar resting
are ever praising you.
2. How blessed are those whose travels
are strengthened by your hand,
who pass through darkened valleys
and find refreshing springs.
Your rains fall soft as kindness
on all your faithful pilgrims
until they come to you.
3. Look on me, God of goodness,
you are my sun and shield.
One day within your household
is what I most desire.
O guide me in your mercy
along my lonely pathway;
O bring me safely home.