By divine command the god-bearing Apostles were caught up from all over the world by clouds on high. Reaching your all-immaculate body, source of life, they kissed it with mighty honour. The highest Powers of heaven stood by with their own Master.
Seized with dread they accompanied your inviolate body that had contained God; while they went on before in a manner not of this world and crying out, unseen, to the ranks above them: See, the Queen of all, God’s Child, has come. Lift up the gates, and in a manner not of this world receive the Mother of the everlasting light.
For through her the salvation of all mortals has come. We have not the strength to gaze on her, and it is not possible to render her worthy honour. For her excellence outstrips all understanding. Therefore, immaculate Mother of God, as you live for ever with the life-bearing King, your Offspring, pray without ceasing that he guard and save from every hostile assault your new people; for we have gained your protection. As to the ages with splendour we call you blessed.