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Delve into the heartfelt words of Isaac Watts's hymn set to a beautiful Appalachian Folk Melody. Experience the poignant reflection on sacrifice, love, and divine grace in this timeless piece of music.
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When I Survey the Wondrous Cross Words by Isaac Watts Music: Appalachian Folk Melody Words and Music public domain 235
When I survey the wondrous crossOn which the Prince of Glory diedMy richest gain I count but lossAnd pour contempt on all my pride
Forbid it, Lord, that I should boastSave in the death of Christ, my GodAll the vain things that charm me mostI sacrifice them to His blood
See, from His head, His hands, His feetSorrow and love flow mingled downDid e’er such love and sorrow meetOr thorns compose so rich a crown
Were the whole realm of nature mineThat were a present far too smallLove so amazing, so divineDemands my soul, my life, my all