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O Praise The Name

By Phil Wickham

2,068 views Jun 27, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Phil Wickham's 'O Praise The Name' is a modern worship song that reflects on the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The lyrics begin by focusing on Calvary, where Jesus bled and died, then move to His burial and the sealed tomb. The song celebrates the resurrection on the third day, declaring victory over death. It also looks forward to Christ's return in glory, when believers will rise to see Him. The repeated chorus praises God's name forever. The song draws from the Gospel accounts of Easter and emphasizes themes of salvation, resurrection, and eternal praise.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

I cast my mind to Calvary

Where Jesus bled and died for me

I see His wounds, His hands, His feet

My Saviour on that cursed tree


His body bound and drenched in tears

They laid Him down in Joseph's tomb

The entrance sealed by heavy stone

Messiah still and all alone


O praise the name of the Lord our God

O praise His name forevermore

For endless days we will sing Your praise

Oh Lord, oh Lord our God


And then on the third at break of dawn

The Son of heaven rose again

O trampled death where is your sting?

The angels roar for Christ the King


O praise the name of the Lord our God

O praise His name forevermore

For endless days we will sing Your praise

Oh Lord, oh Lord our God


He shall return in robes of white

The blazing sun shall pierce the night

And I will rise among the saints

My gaze transfixed on Jesus' face


O praise the name of the Lord our God

O praise His name forever more

For endless days we will sing Your praise

Oh Lord, oh Lord our God

Oh Lord, oh Lord our God

Oh Lord, oh Lord our God

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