49. Recitative Then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, death is swallowed up in victory. 1 Corinthians XV, 54-55 50. Duet O Death, where is thy sting? O Grave, where is thy victory? The sting of death is sin, and the strength of sin is the law. 1 Corinthians XV, 55-56 51. Chorus But thanks be to God who giveth us the victory, through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Corinthians XV, 57