Hymns and Spiritual Songs, in Three Books ‎#I.CXXXI

I.CXXXI. The Pharisee and the Publican

1 Behold how sinners disagree,
The Publican and Pharisee!
One doth his righteousness proclaim,
The other owns his guilt and shame.

2 This man at humble distance stands,
And cries for grace with lifted hands;
That boldly rises near the throne,
And talks of duties he has done.

3 The Lord their diff'rent language knows,
And diff'rent answers he bestows;
The humble soul with grace he crowns,
Whilst on the proud his anger frowns.

4 Dear Father! let me never be
Joined with the boasting pharisee;
I have no merits of my own,
But plead the suff'rings of thy Son.

Text Information

• First Line: Behold how sinners disagree
• Title: The Pharisee and the Publican
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1793
• Scripture:
  Luke 18:10-14

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