Hear me, Hephaestus, of the untiring fire,
strong-armed craftsman, lord of the forge and flame,
you who tame bronze and iron with your hands,
dwelling where the sparks of Etna light the dark.
Once cast from Olympus, yet welcomed home again,
maker of wonders, keeper of the sacred fire.
Come, blessed one, purify this house with flame,
grant skill to the hand and patience to the maker,
and the quiet satisfaction of good work well done.
