Hymns of Promise ‎#167

167. When I Survey the Wondrous Cross

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 hands, his feet,
sorrow and love flow mingled down.
Did e'er such love and sorrow meet,
or thorns compose so rich a crown?

3 Were the whole realm of nature mine,
that were an offering far too small;
love so amazing, so divine,
demands my soul, my life, my all.

Text Information

• First Line: When I survey the wondrous cross
• Title: When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
• Author: Isaac Watts, 1674-1748
• Meter: L.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2015
• Topic: Lent

Tune Information

• Name: HAMBURG
• Composer: Lowell Mason, 1792-1872
• Meter: L.M.
• Key: E♭ Major