Praise To The Holiest In The Height

"Praise To The Holiest In The Height" is a profound hymn that takes the congregation on a journey through the mystery of salvation. The verses read almost like a theological poem, tracing the story from the fall of the first Adam to the arrival of Christ, the "second Adam," who steps into the fight to rescue humanity. For a choir, singing these words requires a thoughtful, measured approach, allowing the gravity of the text to shine through the harmonies.

As the hymn progresses, it moves deeply into the Passion, reflecting on the "double agony in man" and Christ's quiet suffering in the garden and on the cross. Because of this focus on the Atonement and the sacrifice of flesh and blood, we often pull this piece out during Lent and Holy Week. Yet, it begins and ends with an outpouring of pure adoration, reminding us that even in the depths of sorrow, God's wisdom and ways are "most wonderful."