On Calvary's Brown my Savior Died -- Hymn with Lyrics

 

1. On Calvary’s brow my Saviour died,
‘Twas there my Lord was crucified;
‘Twas on the cross he bled for me,
And purchased there my pardon free.

Refrain:
It was on the cross he shed his blood,
It was there he was crucified;
But he rose again, and he lives in my heart
Where all is peace and perfect love.

Refrain:
O Calvary, dark Calvary,
Where Jesus shed his blood for me.
O Calvary, dark Calvary:
Speak to my heart of Calvary.

2. ‘Mid rending rocks and darkening skies,
My Saviour bows his head and dies;
The opening veil reveals the way
To Heaven’s joys and endless day.

3. O Jesus, Lord, how can it be
That thou shouldst give thy life for me,
To bear the cross and agony
In that dread hour on Calvary?

Scripture; Luke 23:33; Matthew 27:35-36; John 19:17-18; Galatians 3:13

The hymn "On Calvary's Brow My Savior Died" was written by William S. Hastings in 1869.

Hastings was a Methodist minister and hymn writer, and this particular hymn reflects on the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, focusing on His sacrifice on Calvary. The hymn emphasizes the redemptive power of Christ's death and is often sung during Lent and Good Friday services.

Though not as widely known as some other hymns, "On Calvary's Brow My Savior Died" has found its place in Christian worship as a reflection on the suffering and love of Jesus Christ.