Uses: Lent, Holy Week, Tenebrae, Communion Scripture: Isaiah 53:3 There is a sanguine quality to this sacred art song that is profoundly impacting to experience. The harmonic syntax is unconventional and filled with theatrical word painting offering choirs an opportunity to concentrate on interpretation and tone quality. A soulful violin part adds depth and color. For candlelight communion or Tenebrae services, this combination of powerful music with a classic Holy Week text is a very thoughtful choice.