Here’s another lifelong favourite… “When I survey the wondrous cross, on which the Prince of Glory died…”
Famous Hymn by Isaac Watts and Lowell Mason, “Hamburg” Tune
Notes on “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross,” a sacred song often sung on Good Friday.
“When I Survey the Wondrous Cross” was written by English text author Isaac Watts (1674-1748), referred to as the ‘Father of English Hymnody.’ The music was taken from a Gregorian chant, and arranged by composer Lowell Mason (1792-1872).
One of the greatest hymns, this popular…
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