Head and body bent in effort
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Head and body bent in effort, Forced to bear a heavy cross, As a sheep led to the slaughter, Mute, enduring cruel reproach. |
Faultless Lord, Thou willingly didst For my sins injustice bear! Deeply moved by Thy great love, I give myself to Thee fore'er. |
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Thorn-crowned head and hanging body, Piercèd hands and wounded side, God-forsaken, swarmed by spirits, Cruelly mocked and crucified. |
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From the cross Thou didst not jump Nor seek angelic rescue plans; Placed Thyself at others' mercy, Thus fulfilling God's demands. |
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Spotless Lamb, Thy body broken Caused the sun its face to hide. Veil thus rent, a new way's opened, Bringing sinners to God's side. |
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