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Jesus, keep me near the cross
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Charles H. Giffen
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Jesus, keep me near the cross by Charles H. Giffen — Lyrics
Fanny J. Crosby
Jesus, keep me near the cross,
There a precious fountain
Free to all, a healing stream
Flows from Calvary’s mountain.
Refrain:
In the cross, in the cross,
Be my glory ever;
Till my raptured soul shall find
Rest beyond the river.
Near the cross, a trembling soul,
Love and mercy found me;
There the bright and morning star
Sheds its beams around me.
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About Jesus, keep me near the cross
This hymn setting of Jesus, keep me near the cross, by Charles H. Giffen, captures the profound yearning for spiritual closeness to the cross of Christ. The SATB voicing lends a rich harmonic texture to Fanny J. Crosby's evocative lyrics, which speak of finding healing, mercy, and rest through the sacrifice on Calvary. The text portrays a journey of faith, from the initial encounter with love and mercy to a steadfast commitment to watch and wait in hope. The composer's setting likely emphasizes the devotional and reflective nature of the text, making it suitable for services seeking a moment of introspection and spiritual grounding. This sacred hymn offers a powerful message of redemption and enduring faith.
