As When the Hebrew Prophet Raised

Verse 1

As when the prophet Moses raised the brazen serpent high, the wounded looked and straight were cured, the people ceased to die:

Verse 2

So from the Savior on the cross a healing virtue flows; who looks to him with lively faith is saved from endless woes.

Verse 3

For God gave up his Son to death, so gen'rous was his love, that all the faithful might enjoy eternal life above.

Verse 4

Not to condemn the sons of men the Son of God appeared; no weapons in his hand are seen, nor voice of terror heard:

Verse 5

He came to raise our fallen state, and our lost hopes restore; faith leads us to the mercy seat, and bids us fear no more.