261. When Jesus Wept

When Jesus wept, the falling tear
in mercy flowed beyond all bound.
When Jesus groaned, a trembling fear
seized all the guilty world around.

Text Information
First Line: When Jesus wept, the falling tear
Title: When Jesus Wept
Author: William Billings, 1746-1800
Meter: L.M.
Language: English
Publication Date: 1993
Topic: Jewish and Christian Teachings: Palm Sunday; Good Friday and Palm Sunday; Jesus
Tune Information
Name: WHEN JESUS WEPT
Composer: William Billings, 1746-1800
Meter: L.M.
Key: d minor or modal
Notes: Canon



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