(By Laman and Lemuel) [Verse 1] We were taught as boys in Judah’s land, Where the temple stood, by divine command. No sacrifice beyond that hill, No altar built where God’s not still. But Father raised his hands and flame, On desert stones—he praised God's name. This act is blasphemy, it’s clear— The Law says death, and death is near. [Chorus] I follow Josiah. I follow Jeremiah. I follow the Law. I am a Deuteronomist. I follow Josiah. I follow the Word I saw. Though my father's kissed by mist— I am a Deuteronomist. **I am a Deuteronomist.** **I am a Deuteronomist.** [Verse 2] Visions were once for days long gone, From Moses’ time and prophets drawn. But now our father dreams anew, And claims the Lord speaks straight and true. He says “an angel holds the sword,” But we were taught—ignore such lore! The scrolls say dreams from modern men, Are punishable again. [Chorus] I follow Josiah. I follow Jeremiah. I follow the Law. I am a Deuteronomist. I walk in the light. I do what is right. Though they call it stubbornness— **I am a Deuteronomist.** **I am a Deuteronomist.** [Bridge] Jerusalem was safety’s name, Its gates a shield, its throne our fame. Josiah taught us: _keep the law,_ And none shall rise, and none shall fall. But Father led us through the wild, No walls, no priests—just dust and child. He said the Lord would show the way— But what if he just leads astray? [Breakdown - Whispered/Spoken] _Why are we the ones accused?_ _When we’re the ones who stayed true?_ _Why are we the rebels now?_ _When we just bowed, we just bowed..._ [Final Chorus – with passion]* I follow Josiah. I follow Jeremiah. I follow the Law. I am a Deuteronomist. Stone by stone, I'll still resist— I am a Deuteronomist. Though the wild winds twist and hiss— **I am a Deuteronomist.** **I am a Deuteronomist.** **I am a Deuteronomist...**
