Hymns of Faith ‎#263

263. Nor Silver nor Gold

1 Nor silver nor gold hath obtained my redemption,
Nor riches of earth could have saved my poor soul;
The blood of the cross is my only foundation,
The death of my Savior now maketh me whole.

Chorus:
I am redeemed, but not with silver;
I am bought, but not with gold;
Bought with a price--the blood of Jesus,
Precious price of love untold.

2 Nor silver nor gold hath obtained my redemption,
The guilt on my conscience too heavy had grown;
The blood of the cross is my only foundation,
The death of my Savior could only atone. (Chorus)

3 Nor silver nor gold hath obtained my redemption,
The holy commandment forbade me draw near;
The blood of the cross is my only foundation,
The death of my Savior removeth my fear. (Chorus)

4 Nor silver nor gold hath obtained my redemption,
The way into heaven could not thus be bought;
The blood of the cross is my only foundation,
The death of my Savior redemption hath wrought. (Chorus)

Text Information

• First Line: Nor silver nor gold hath obtained my redemption
• Title: Nor Silver nor Gold
• Author: James M. Gray
• Refrain First Line: I am redeemed, but not with silver
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1980
• Scripture:
  1 Peter 1:18-19
• Topic: Christ: Blood

Tune Information

• Name: [Nor silver nor gold hath obtained my redemption]
• Composer: Daniel B. Towner
• Key: D♭ Major