Easter Sequence Praise to the Paschal Victim
Paul Lisney
Praise to the Paschal Victim
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Christians, to the Paschal Victim
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Offer your thankful praises!
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A Lamb the sheep redeems;
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Christ, who only is sinless,
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Reconciles sinners to the Father.
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Death and life have contended
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in that combat stupendous
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The Prince of life, who died,
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reigns immortal.
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reigns immortal.
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Speak, Mary, declaring
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What you saw, wayfaring.
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“The tomb of Christ, who is living,
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The glory of Jesus’ resurrection;
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Bright angels attesting,
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The shroud and napkin resting.
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Yes, Christ my hope is arisen;
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to Galilee he goes before you.”
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Christ indeed from death is risen,
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our new life obtaining.
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Have mercy, victor King
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ever reigning!
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Amen.
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Alleluia.
(C) 2025 Paul Lisney 4/24 to 4/25/25