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Mary's Song
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Aug 25, 2026 updated
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JJ Heller's "Mary's Song" is a poignant reflection on the Virgin Mary's perspective during the crucifixion of Jesus. The song contrasts the joyful memories of Jesus as a child with the brutal reality of his death on the cross. Mary expresses her anguish and reluctance to witness her son's suffering, acknowledging that she knew this day would come but never wanted to say goodbye. The lyrics emphasize the human pain of a mother watching her child die, while also recognizing Jesus as the Lamb of God. The song invites listeners to contemplate the sacrifice of Christ through the eyes of his mother, blending deep emotion with theological reflection.
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I still remember all your favorite games
The way that your laughter filled our home
But now you're a naked man on a splintered cross
What have we done to you oh Lord
Forgive me if I can't stand to watch you suffering
The weight of the world suspended from iron
Oh Jesus
The Lamb of God
My little boy
Forgive me if I am not ready to bury my son
Somehow I knew that this day would come
But I never wanted to say goodbye
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