Têmpera dos Mártires Lyrics Translation in English

Abraçaram a dor, abraçaram a cruz,

They embraced the pain, they embraced the cross,

Se entregaram incondicionalmente a Jesus. (bis)

They surrendered unconditionally to Jesus. (repeat)

Oh! Meu Deus dá-me a têmpera dos mártires,

Oh! My God, give me the tempering of the martyrs,

Daqueles que morreram por Jesus. (bis)

Those who died for Jesus. (repeat)

Combateram o bom combate, encerraram suas carreiras,

They fought the good fight, finished their races,

Guardaram a fé no Senhor Jesus. (bis)

They kept faith in the Lord Jesus. (repeat)

Receberam a recompensa, a coroa da justiça,

They received the reward, the crown of justice,

Do Justo Juiz, Senhor Jesus. (bis)

From the Righteous Judge, Lord Jesus. (repeat)