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25. O Carpenter, Why Leave the Bench

Text Information
First Line: O Carpenter, why leave the bench
Title: O Carpenter, Why Leave the Bench
Author: Richard Leach, 1953-
Meter: 8.6.8.6. (C.M.)
Language: English
Publication Date: 2013
Scripture: ; ;
Topic: Embodiment; Jesus Christ; Jesus Christ's Humanity (4 more...)
Copyright: © 1994 Selah Publishing Company, Inc.
Tune Information
Name: CARPENTER
Composer: James E. Clemens, 1966-
Meter: 8.6.8.6. (C.M.)
Key: e minor or modal
Copyright: © 2008 James E. Clemens



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