African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal ‎#179

179. The Head That Once Was Crowned

1 The head that once was crowned with thorns
Is crowned with glory now;
A royal diadem adorns
The mighty Victor's brow.

2 The highest place that heaven affords
Belongs to Him by right;
The King of kings, and Lord of lords,
And heaven's eternal Light.

3 The joy of all who dwell above,
The joy of all below,
To whom He manifests His love,
And grants His name to know.

4 The cross He bore is life and health,
Though shame and death to Him,
His people's hope, His people's wealth,
Their everlasting theme.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: The head that once was crowned with thorns
• Title: The Head That Once Was Crowned
• Author: Thomas Kelly, 1769-1854
• Meter: CM
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2011
• Scripture:
  Hebrews 2:9-10
• Topic: Jesus Christ: Ascension; Ascension; Cross; Jesus: His Coming in Glory; Jesus: King

Tune Information

• Name: ST. MAGNUS
• Composer: Jeremiah Clark, c. 1670-1707
• Meter: CM
• Key: G Major or modal