| Song | The Head That Once Was Crowned |
| Content Description | The Head That Once Was Crowned is a powerful Ascension hymn by Thomas Kelly that celebrates the exaltation and glory of Jesus Christ. The hymn reflects on Christ’s suffering, resurrection, and His victorious reign in heaven. It contrasts His earthly humility with His heavenly majesty, inviting believers to worship the risen and ascended King. As worshippers engage with The Head That Once Was Crowned lyrics, they are drawn into awe, reverence, and joyful praise for Christ’s eternal victory and kingship. |
| Album | Grey Psalter Hymnal I |
| Genre | Traditional Christian Hymns |
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| Tags | Ascension hymn, church worship, traditional hymn, Christian praise, royal Christ hymn |
| Theme(s) | Ascension, Christ’s Glory, Victory, Worship, Kingship |
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The Head That Once Was Crowned With Thorns
Is Crowned With Glory Now;
A Royal Diadem Adorns
The Mighty Victor’s Brow.
The Joy Of All Who Dwell Above,
The Joy Of All Below,
To Whom He Manifests His Love
And Grants His Name To Know.
To Them The Cross With All Its Shame,
With All Its Grace Is Given,
Their Name An Everlasting Name,
Their Joy The Joy Of Heaven.
They Suffer Here With Christ Below,
They Reign With Him Above,
Their Profit And Their Joy To Know
The Mystery Of His Love.
The Cross He Bore Is Life And Health,
Though Shame And Death To Him,
His People’s Hope, His People’s Wealth,
Their Everlasting Theme.
