II.118. Hymn 118

Blood has a voice to pierce the skies,
"Revenge!" the blood of Abel cries;
But the dear stream when Christ was slain
Speaks peace as loud from every vein.

Pardon and peace from God on high;
Behold, he lays his vengeance by,
And rebels that deserved his sword
Become the favorites of the Lord.

To Jesus let our praises rise,
Who gave his life a sacrifice;
Now he appears before his God,
And for our pardon pleads his blood.

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First Line: Blood has a voice to pierce the skies
Title: Hymn 118
Author: Isaac Watts
Meter: L. M.
Language: English
Publication Date: 1806
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