Telugu Lyrics
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.
Forbid it, Lord, that I should boast,
Save in the death of Christ my God!
All the vain things that charm me most,
I sacrifice them to His blood.
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?
Were the whole realm of nature mine,
That were a present far too small;
Love so amazing, so divine,
Demands my soul, my life, my all.
Song History & Meaning
Composer / Hymnodist: Isaac Watts
When we pause to truly look at the cross, the things we often pride ourselves on begin to lose their luster. In the light of Christ's self-giving love, our greatest achievements yield to a deeper gratitude and humility. The cross redefines what is truly valuable, inviting us to surrender our vain pursuits and boast only in Jesus. As sorrow and love mingle at Calvary, we are drawn to give Him our whole hearts in worship.
📖 Related Scripture Passages:
- Galatians 6:14: “But far be it from me to boast, except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world.”
- Philippians 3:7-8: “However, what things were gain to me, these have I counted loss for Christ. Yes most certainly, and I count all things to be loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus, my Lord, for whom I suffered the loss of all things, and count them as refuse, that I may gain Christ”
- 1 Corinthians 2:2: “For I determined not to know anything among you, except Jesus Christ, and him crucified.”