Текст песни John Tavener - Song for Athene

Alleluia.
May flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.

Alleluia.
Remember me, O Lord, when you come into your kingdom.

Alleluia.
Give rest, O Lord, to your handmaid, who has fallen asleep.

Alleluia.
The Choir of Saints have found the well-spring of life and door of Paradise.

Alleluia.
Life: a shadow and a dream.

Alleluia.
Weeping at the grave creates the song: Alleluia. Come, enjoy rewards and crowns I have prepared for you.