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Paapiyenne thedi vannoru
Reethi: ‘Kurishinte thanalaanente’
Paapiyenne thedi vannoru
Praana naadaneshu rakshakaa
Paapa shaapa shikshayakhilam
Krooshilen perkkaay sahichu nee-
- Ninne njaan ariyunnilla
Ennuracha paapiyaamente
Andhakaara jeevithathil nee
Pon thiri nalamaay udichu-
- Anudinam ninte kaarunyam
Anubhavichaaswasicheedaan
Adiyanekane nin krupa
Athu mathi ee dariniyil-
- Veendum njaan vannidumennarul
Cheythu vaanil maranjavane
Unernnethirettu nilkkuvaan
Vinmayaa nee thunakkename-
Meaning:
My beloved Lord Jesus, my Savior,
You came seeking me, a sinner.
You bore every punishment and curse of sin
on the cross for my sake.
1
Though I was a sinner who once said,
“I do not know You,”
You came into my life of darkness
and rose like a bright morning lamp, bringing light.
2
Let me experience and enjoy Your mercy
day after day.
Grant me Your grace, Your humble servant;
Your grace alone is enough for me in this world.
3
You disappeared into heaven after promising,
“I will come again.”
O Heavenly One, help me remain awake and ready
to welcome You when You return.

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