Litany of repentance 🙏🏻

Описание: This hymn, written by Joseph Thekkedath Puthenkudy, is a theological meditation rooted in the rich heritage of Eastern Christian spirituality. Inspired by the liturgical and ascetical traditions of the East, the hymn reflects themes of repentance, divine mercy, inner purification, and the transforming grace of the Holy Spirit.

The text draws deeply from biblical imagery and the mystical language of the Eastern Fathers, where theology is not merely explained but sung. It invites the faithful into a journey of fasting, humility, and renewal reminding us that true conversion begins in the heart and leads us toward communion with God.
With its contemplative tone and Christ-centered focus, this hymn echoes the spirit of the desert tradition: tears of repentance, the healing power of the Cross, and the radiant hope of the Resurrection. It is meant not only to be sung, but to be prayed allowing doctrine to become praise and faith to become lived experience.

✍🏻 Lyrics by: Joseph Thekkedath Puthenkudy

O Lord of mercy and compassion,
You search the depths of every heart;
Before Your light my sins are revealed,
Yet Your love does not depart.

Have mercy on me, O Lord of mercy,
Wash me in the fountain of Your grace;
Renew in me a humble spirit,
And restore the joy of Your holy face.

Like the prodigal I wandered far,
Feeding on dust and empty desire;
But now I rise and turn to You,
Kindle in my repentance’s fire.

Tears are the oil of my offering,
Sighs are incense before Your throne;
Break the hardness of my heart, O Christ,
Make it once more Your dwelling alone.

Not by my merit do I seek You,
But trusting in Your wounded side;
From Your Cross flows living mercy,
Where sinners find their hope and guide.

Clothe me, Lord, in humble silence,
Teach my lips to bless Your Name;
Let my fasting bear true fruit,
And set my soul aflame.
Final Prayer 6
Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,
Ocean deep of saving love,
Receive my tears as seeds of mercy,
And write my name in heaven above. Amen.

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