Advent Hymnals

118. WHEN I SURVEY THE WONDROUS CROSS

Church Hymnal 1941,


1.
When 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.

2.
See, from His head, His feet,
Sorrow and love flow mingled down;
Did e'er such love and sorrow meet?
Or thorns compose so rich a crown?

3.
Since I, who was undone and lost,
Have pardon through His name and word;
Forbid it, then, that I should boast,
Save in the cross of Christ my Lord.

4.
Were the whole realm of nature mine,
That were a tribute far too small;
Love so amazing, so divine,
Demands my life, my soul, my all.
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    Title When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
    Key E♭ Major
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    First Line When I survey the wondrous cross
    Author Isaac Watts
    Year 1941
    Composer Edward Miller
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    Tune ROCKINGHAM OLD
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    Chorus Type
    Subjects Jesus Christ: Sufferings and Death
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