Have mercy on us, O Lord, for we have sinned.

1. Have mercy on me, God, in your kindness.
In your compassion blot out my offence.
O wash me more and more from my guilt
And cleanse me from my sin.

Have mercy on us, O Lord, for we have sinned.

2. My offenses truly I know them;
My sin is always before me.
Against you, you alone, have I sinned;
What is evil in your sight I have done.

Have mercy on us, O Lord, for we have sinned.

3. A pure heart create for me, O God,
put a steadfast spirit within me.
Do not cast me away from your presence,
Nor deprive me of your holy spirit.

Have mercy on us, O Lord, for we have sinned.

4. Give me again the joy of your help;
with a spirit of fervor sustain me.
O Lord, open my lips,
And my mouth shall declare your praise.

Have mercy on us, O Lord, for we have sinned.