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O Sacred Head
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Aug 25, 2026 updated
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Amy Grant's rendition of "O Sacred Head" is a solemn hymn reflecting on the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The lyrics vividly describe His wounded head, crowned with thorns, and His pale, anguished appearance, emphasizing the weight of grief and shame He bore. The song then shifts to a personal response of gratitude, asking what language can adequately thank Him for His endless pity and dying sorrow. It concludes with a prayer for faithfulness, asking to be made His forever and never to outlive love for Him. This classic hymn invites deep reflection on Christ's sacrifice and the believer's devotion.
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O sacred Head now wounded, with grief and shame weighed down
Now scornfully surrounded, with thorns Thine only crown
How art Thou pale with anguish, with sore abuse and scorn
How dost that visage languish which once was bright as morn
What language shall I borrow to thank Thee dearest friend
For this Thy dying sorrow, Thy pity without end?
Or, make me Thine forever, and should I fainting be
Lord let me never, never outlive my love to Thee.