| Song | Forgive Them O My Father |
| Content Description | “Forgive Them O My Father” is a deeply moving hymn that reflects on Christ’s words from the cross, expressing profound forgiveness and divine love. Rooted in the heart of the crucifixion story, the song invites believers to meditate on grace, mercy, and the sacrifice of Jesus. It is especially meaningful during Good Friday services and personal devotion, encouraging a spirit of humility and forgiveness. As you read Forgive Them O My Father lyrics, you are drawn into a powerful reminder of God’s compassion and the call to extend that same forgiveness to others. |
| Album | Hymns For Lent |
| Genre | Traditional Christian Hymns |
| Writer(s) | Cecil Frances Alexander |
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| Tags | worship, forgiveness, cross, hymn, grace, mercy, devotion |
| Theme(s) | Forgiveness, Grace, Crucifixion, Love, Mercy |
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Forgive Them, O My Father,
They Know Not What They Do.
The Saviour Spoke In Anguish,
As Sharp Iron Nails Went Through.
No Word Of Anger Spoke He
To Them That Shed His Blood,
But Prayer And Tenderest Pity
Large As The Love Of God.
For Me Was That Compassion,
For Me That Tender Care;
I Need His Wide Forgiveness
As Much As Any There.
It Was My Pride And Hardness
That Hung Him On The Tree;
Those Cruel Nails, O Saviour,
Were Driven In By Me.
And Often I Have Slighted
Thy Gentle Voice That Said:
Forgive Me Too, Lord Jesus,
I Knew Not What I Did.
O Depth Of Sweet Compassion!
O Love Divine And True!
Save Thou The Souls That Slight Thee,
And Know Not What They Do.
