On the painful Cross to die.
Into honey changed its taste.
Oh, the wisdom of th’ Eternal!
Oh, its depth, and height divine!
Which in Jesus Christ doth shine!
Slaves we were condemned to die!
Our King pays the penalty!
Be our pardon and our peace.
The King of kings with joyful lays.
By love alone draws all men nigh.
Of heavenly edicts here on earth!
The civil order safe abides.
With sweet and homely virtues, there.
At God’s right hand dost victor reign.
Our sweet reward in endless years.
Lord, meet us in the way.
Whilst on this solemn fast we pray.
Do thou thy healing grace apply.