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From Nazareth

Tune: Puer Nobis Nascitur · Meter 8 8 8 8

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1 Comes any good from Nazareth? The scornful challenge as of old Is flung on many'a jeering breath From cloistered cells and marts of gold.

2 Comes any good from Nazareth? Behold, the mighty Nazarene, The Lord of life, the Lord of death, Through warring ages walks serene.

3 One touch upon His garment's fringe Still heals the hurt of bitter years. Before Him yet the demons cringe, He gives the wine of joy for tears.

4 O city of the Carpenter, Upon the hill slope old and gray, The world among its pain and stir Turns yearning eyes on thee today.

5 For He who dwelt in Nazareth, And wrought with toil of hand and brain, Alone gives victory to faith Until the day He come again.

Words: Margaret Elizabeth Munson Sangster (1838–1912)
Music: Michael Praetorius (1571–1621); setting by George Ratcliffe Woodward (1848–1934)
Scripture: Jn 1:43-51, Mk 5:25-34, 1:32-34
Public domain. From the Open Hymnal Project.