The chorale responds directly to the false testimonies. The congregation identifies with the accused Jesus. The melody is 'Innsbruck, ich muss dich lassen'.
Before Caiaphas
Mir hat die Welt trüglich gericht't
Chorale
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No. 34part_38
The world has judged me deceitfully
With lies and with false fiction,
Many nets and secret snares.
Lord, take care of me in this danger,
Protect me from false wiles!
German
English
Mir hat die Welt trüglich gericht't
Mit Lügen und mit falschem G'dicht,
Viel Netz und heimlich Strikken.
Herr, nimm mein wahr in dieser Gfahr,
B'hüt mich vor falschen Tücken!
The world has judged me deceitfully
With lies and with false fiction,
Many nets and secret snares.
Lord, take care of me in this danger,
Protect me from false wiles!
Modern adaptation
The world has judged me falsely. Lord, protect me from their lies and traps.