445. God, How Can We Forgive

You can view this hymn by purchasing an instrument edition of the hymnal in our Glory to God mobile app.

Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play

Due to copyright restrictions, we cannot display this hymn on our website or provide printable copies of it.

Text Information
First Line: God, how can we forgive
Title: God, How Can We Forgive
Author: Ruth Duck (1994)
Meter: 6.6.8.4.D
Language: English
Publication Date: 2013
Scripture: ; ; ; ;
Topic: Forgiveness; Grace; Love of God for Us (1 more...)
Copyright: © 1996 The Pilgrim Press
ONE LICENSE: 04799
Tune Information
Name: LEONI
Adapter: Meyer Lyon (1770)
Adapter: Thomas Olivers (1770)
Meter: 6.6.8.4.D
Key: f minor
Source: Jewish melody, 17th cent.


Text Information:

This text reflects both the struggle to deal with a deep personal hurt and a keen awareness of biblical language and content. The opening line of stanza two, for example, draws on the root meaning of the Greek word for sin, and the beginning of stanza three alludes to John 8:3–8.


Media
Audio recording: Audio (MP3)
More media are available on the tune authority page.

Suggestions or corrections? Contact us