Nearer My God to Thee
Religious Music · Other Songs - Religious Music
E'en tho' it be a cross that raiseth me;
Still all my song shall be,
Nearer my God, to Thee,
Nearer my God, to Thee,
Nearer to Thee.
Tho' like a wanderer,
The sun gone down, darkness be over me,
My rest a stone, yet in my dreams I'd be,
Nearer my God, to Thee,
Nearer my God, to Thee,
Nearer to Thee.
Then let the way appear, steps up to heaven;
All that Thou sendest me,
In mercy given; angels to beckon me,
Nearer my God, to Thee,
Nearer my God, to Thee,
Nearer to Thee.
Then, with my waking thoughts, bright with Thy praise,
Out of my stony griefs, Bethel I'll raise;
So by my woes to be,
Nearer my God, to Thee,
Nearer my God, to Thee,
Nearer to Thee.
Or, if on joyful wing, cleaving the sky,
Sun, moon and stars forgot, upwards I fly,
Still all my song shall be,
Nearer my God, to Thee,
Nearer my God, to Thee,
Nearer to Thee...
Nearer My God to Thee
Religious Music presents a traditional hymn that has become a staple in Christian worship and educational settings worldwide. The composition, often attributed to Philip Bliss, features a melodic structure designed for congregational singing and has been recorded by countless artists across various eras. While the specific recording by Religious Music captures the reverent tone of the genre, the song itself transcends individual interpretations to serve as a universal expression of faith. Its enduring popularity stems from its simple yet profound lyrics and its adaptability within the hymn tradition. The work remains a cornerstone of religious music, frequently appearing in liturgical services and spiritual gatherings globally.