“How Great Thou Art” stands as a towering hymn of faith, a song that resonates deeply within the caverns of the human spirit. Its melody carries the weight of devotion and awe, wrapped in a reverence that transcends time and culture. This hymn’s roots stretch back to a 19th-century Swedish poem, but it gained global prominence through English translations and the fervent spread through evangelical movements.
The song’s powerful narrative unfolds in a series of vivid, natural imagery and personal reflections, conveying a profound sense of humility and gratitude towards the Creator. Each verse builds upon the last, escalating in emotional intensity until it culminates in a chorus that is both a declaration and a surrender to the divine. Its ability to evoke such a universal, heartfelt response has made it a favorite in congregations, solemn occasions, and moments of personal reflection worldwide.
What makes “How Great Thou Art” special isn’t just its lyrical depth or its melodic grace; it’s the communal experience it fosters. Singing it feels like joining a chorus of millions, stretching across decades, all united by a shared sense of wonder and worship. It’s a reminder of the smallness of our existence against the vast backdrop of the universe, yet it also celebrates the intimate connection every individual can have with the divine.
The enduring appeal of “How Great Thou Art” lies in its ability to bridge the personal with the universal, the earthly with the divine, making it not just a song, but a spiritual journey that continues to inspire and uplift souls around the globe
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Lyrics
[Verse 1: Carrie Underwood]
O Lord my God, When I in awesome wonder
Consider all the worlds Thy Hands have made;
I see the stars, I hear the rolling thunder
Thy power throughout the universe displayed
[Chorus: Carrie Underwood and Vince Gill]
Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee
How great Thou art, How great Thou art
Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee
How great Thou art, How great Thou art!
[Guitar Solo: Vince Gill]
[Verse 2: Carrie Underwood]
When Christ shall come, with shout of acclamation
And take me home, what joy shall fill my heart
Then I shall bow, in humble adoration
And then proclaim: “My God, how great Thou art!”
[Chorus: Carrie Underwood and Vince Gill]
Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee
How great Thou art, How great Thou art
Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee
How great Thou art, How great Thou art!
How great Thou art, how great Thou art