SDA Hymnal 155
When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
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1When I survey the wondrous cross
On which the Prince of glory died,
My richest gain I count but loss,
And pour contempt on all my pride.
2See, from His head, His hands, His feet,
Sorrow and love flow mingled down;
Did e'er such love and sorrow meet,
Or thorns compose so rich a crown?
3Since I, who was undone and lost,
Have pardon through His name and word;
Forbid it, Lord, that I should boast,
Save in the cross of Christ, my Lord.
4Were the whole realm of nature mine,
That were a tribute far too small;
Love so amazing, so divine,
Demands my soul, my life, my all.
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- Meter
- 3/4
The verse
- Meter
- 8.8.8.8
- Foot
- iambic (da-DUM) · 70% of beats fit
- Rhyme
- ABAB
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