A Rose hath borne a lily white, 
Alma Redemptoris Mater.
That flow'r which is both pure and bright,  Which is accessible to the gate of heaven,  ghosts and star of the sea.

To this Rose Angel Gabriel said, 
"Thou shalt bear Emmanuel, 
Both God and man with us to dwell."

Oh loving Mother of our Redeemer, gate of heaven, star of the sea, 
Hasten to aid thy fallen people, who strive to rise once more. 
Thou who brought forth thy holy creator, all creation wondering, 
Yet remainest ever Virgin, (Ave Rosa!) 
Taking from Gabriel's lips that joyful Ave! (Ave Rosa!)

Be merciful.
Of sinners. Have mercy.