What does the old rugged cross symbolize?

What does the old rugged cross symbolize?

“The Old Rugged Cross” is a popular hymn written in 1912 by evangelist and song-leader George Bennard and it speaks of the writer’s adoration of Christ and His sacrifice at Calvary. On a hill far away, stood an old rugged Cross. The emblem of suffering and shame.

What is the theme of The Old Rugged Cross?

The Old Rugged Cross is a 1912 church hymn by George Bennard. In the song, the speaker considers the sacrifice of Jesus Christ and reconciles with his own “shame” and “suffering” as he prepares to die.

Who wrote The Old Rugged Cross hymn?

George Bennard
The Old Rugged Cross/Lyricists

‘Old Rugged Cross’ sites In Albion, across from Albion College, there is a decades-old Michigan Historic Marker at 1101 E. Michigan Ave. that marks the site where the first verse and chorus of the hymn were written by George Bennard.

Who sings the old rugged cross the best?

Alan Jackson
The Old Rugged Cross/Artists

When was the song Old Rugged Cross written?

1912
“The Old Rugged Cross” is a popular hymn written in 1912 by evangelist and song-leader George Bennard (1873–1958)….The Old Rugged Cross.

“The Old Rugged Cross”
Melody	by George Bennard
Published	1915

What was amazing grace written for?

“Amazing Grace” was written to illustrate a sermon on New Year’s Day of 1773. It is unknown if there was any music accompanying the verses; it may have been chanted by the congregation. It debuted in print in 1779 in Newton and Cowper’s Olney Hymns but settled into relative obscurity in England.

What is the most played hymn at a funeral?

Here are seven of the most popular hymns for funerals:

1. Jerusalem. And did those feet in ancient time.
2. The Lord’s My Shepherd (Psalm 23) The Lord’s my Shepherd, I’ll not want;
3. Abide With Me. Abide with me; fast falls the eventide;
4. Amazing Grace. Amazing grace!
5. How Great Thou Art.
6. The Old Rugged Cross.
7. Lord of All Hopefulness.

Did Jim Reeves record The Old Rugged Cross?

The Old Rugged Cross song from the album Peace In The Valley: Country Gospel Greats is released on Mar 2009. This song is sung by Jim Reeves.

Who sang the original version of The Old Rugged Cross?

Bennard
“The Old Rugged Cross” is a popular hymn written in 1912 by evangelist and song-leader George Bennard (1873–1958)….The Old Rugged Cross.

“The Old Rugged Cross”
Genre	Methodist hymn
Written	1912
Text	by George Bennard
Meter	6.6.8.6.6.8.9.9.9.9

What key was The Old Rugged Cross written in?

The Old Rugged Cross is written in the key of F♯.