Cockerel Crowing

orchidee



Tune: Crucifer

('Lift high the cross')

Matthew 26 v.30-25

********

Chorus

Jesus' words to Peter, Ere cockerel crow

Twice, you thrice shall deny that me you know

 

Jesus and disciples after supper

Went to mount of Olives, did there then confer - Chorus

 

He said, You all shall be offended, for

'Tis written, I will smite the shepherd sure - Chorus

 

And the sheep of the flock shall be scattered

Shall be so this night, of this be assured - Chorus

 

But after I am risen again, I

Will go unto Galilee, it no lie - Chorus

 

Peter said, Though all others forsake you

I shall not be offended but stay true - Chorus

 

Peter, and all disciples, to Him said

E'en if to death, still your way we shall tread - Chorus

 

But Jesus knew they would soon Him deny

Sign for Peter, cockerel would crow by and by - Chorus

 

 

  • Author: orchidee (Offline Offline)
  • Published: April 14th, 2025 10:46
  • Comment from author about the poem: A hymn-poem with Verses and Chorus in 10.10.
  • Category: Spiritual
  • Views: 15
  • Users favorite of this poem: Tristan Robert Lange
Get a free collection of Classic Poetry ↓

Receive the ebook in seconds 50 poems from 50 different authors


Comments +

Comments5

  • sorenbarrett

    A beautiful hymn appropriate for the season. Nicely done Orchi

    • orchidee

      Thank you SB. Funny title for a hymn-poem?! lol. e.g. And now hymn No.263 - \'Cockerel Crowing\'.

    • arqios

      That statue of Peter’s denial was intense and that giant cistern cavern was so eerie, both in the high priest’s home. 🕊️🙏🏻

      • orchidee

        Thank you A. That a cockerel in your comment? Nope - a dove! Behave, says Fido to me.

      • Tristan Robert Lange

        Those dang cock(erel)s. They ruin it for the conscience every time, I tell you. (Forgive me Fido, I could not help 🤣). All daftness aside, Orchi, a most wonderful hymn poem that reminds us of the profound loneliness and isolation our Lord was subjected to during his time of suffering...and all of that done willingly. Causes one to pause, to reflect, to wonder: what would I have done? A question that can be asked regardless of whose shoes one puts oneself in. A great hymn-poem, my friend. A fave from me. 🌹👏

      • Thomas W Case

        Beautiful.

        • orchidee

          Thank you T.

        • Goldfinch60

          Good one Orchi.

          • orchidee

            Thank you Gold.



          To be able to comment and rate this poem, you must be registered. Register here or if you are already registered, login here.