Crown Him With Many Crowns

"Crown Him with Many Crowns" is one of those majestic hymns that instantly lifts the spirit of the whole congregation. From the very first chord, it calls us to look up and see Christ in his glory—the Lamb upon the throne. It is a song of absolute triumph, moving from the victory over the grave to the tender image of his "rich wounds, yet visible above."

In the choir loft, this piece is a joy to sing, especially during Eastertide or on the feast of Christ the King. The four verses build on each other, crowning him as the Lord of life, love, and years. When we reach that final stanza—"All hail, Redeemer, hail! for thou hast died for me"—the harmony swells, making it a resounding recessional to send the faithful out into the world.