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These times will try the hearts of men once carved in stone
Brother against brother poison spread within our own

Tonight you die a traitor’s death
A short drop a sudden stop
You know no honor
And now you’re shown for who you are
Tonight you die a traitor’s death
A short drop a sudden stop
You know no honor
And now

So part you lips bring forth a tongue yet Judas borne
Left handed strokes with two edged blades land where they may
A back the best target and truth avoids you still
Cowards, liars, traitors; this song was meant for you

Tonight you die a traitor’s death
A short drop a sudden stop
You know no honor
And now you’re shown for who you are
Tonight you die a traitor’s death
A short drop a sudden stop
You know no honor

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inpeace On Jul 08, 2005

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2005-07-08 18:34:05

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Cover art for Iscariot lyrics by Showdown, The

by sickofchange

21y ago

judging by the name and numerous references, i would say this is about Judas Iscariot's betrayal of Jesus. Judas was a close friend of Jesus and agreed to have him killed in return for 30 pieces of silver. he then threw the money into a potter's field and hung himself because he realized what he had done. he is known as the traitor so this is about him.

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Cover art for Iscariot lyrics by Showdown, The

by Inpeace

21y ago

well i posted this song because i got too se these guys live there awesome i also got to meet the lead singer after the concert really nice guy so since they rocked and came to the boring state of nebraska i thought the least i could do was post this song

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by FeLKoN

21y ago

Wow, I love this song... easily one of the best metal songs I've EVER heard. This band rules!

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