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He was "a Man of Sorrows!"
 * And when He gave relief,

He gave it like a Brother,
 * "Acquainted with" the "grief."

was "!"
 * The Friend of sinful man!

But hush! the tale grows sadder!
 * I'll tell it—if I can!

gentle, holy ,
 * Without a spot or stain,

By wicked hands was taken,
 * And crucified, and slain!