My God, My God, why have you abandoned me? All who see me deride me, they curl their lips, they toss their heads: `He trusted in the Lord, let God save him and come to free him if this is God's friend.' My God, My God, why have you abandoned me? Many dogs have surrounded me, a wicked band besets me; they tear holes in my hands and feet, and lay me in the dust of death. I can count all my bones. My God, My God, why have you abandoned me? They divide my clothes among them, they cast lots for my robe. O Lord, do not leave me alone, my strength, make haste to help me. My God, My God, why have you abandoned me? I will tell your name to my people and praise you where they gather. All you who fear the Lord, sing your praises; all tribes of Jacob, give your glory. My God, My God, why have you abandoned me? Words: Psalm 22 Music: Christopher Willcock (1947-)