Few hymns have had a more enduring effect on the Church than the Crucifixion remembrance, O Sacred Head, Now Wounded.
O sacred head, now wounded with grief and shame weighed down,
Now scornfully surrounded with thorns, your only crown.
O sacred head, what glory and blessing you have known!
Yet, though despised and gory, I claim you as my own.
My Lord, what you did suffer was all for sinner’s gain;
Mine, mine was the transgression, but yours the deadly pain.
So here I kneel, my Savior, for I deserve your place;
Look on me with thy favor and save me by your grace.
What language shall I borrow to thank you, dearest Friend,
For this, your dying sorrow, your pity without end?
Lord, make me yours forever, a loyal servant true,
O, let me never, never outlive my love to you.
Church Calendar: Holy Week, Good Friday, Easter
Hymn tune: PASSION CHORALE (Hassler)
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I’m anxious to try your duets with my church group. Keep them coming!
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Hi Carolyn! Thanks for sharing the excitement! We will indeed continue to add more music! 🙂