| Song | ‘Twas On That Dark That Doleful |
| Content Description | ’Twas On That Dark That Doleful Night is a solemn Christian hymn reflecting on the suffering and sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. The song portrays the sorrowful moments of Calvary, reminding believers of the depth of God’s love and redemption. Its reverent lyrics guide worshippers into reflection, gratitude, and repentance. Often used during Good Friday and Passion services, this hymn helps believers remember the price of salvation and the hope found in Christ’s sacrifice. |
| Album | Most Popular Gospel Songs – Letter A |
| Genre | Contemporary Christian Music |
| Writer | Isaac Watts |
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| Tags | Hymn, Christian Song, Worship, Good Friday, Passion |
| Theme(s) | Crucifixion, Cross, Sacrifice, Redemption, Suffering of Christ |
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‘Twas On That Dark, That Doleful Night
When Powers Of Earth And Hell Arose
Against The Son Of God’s Delight,
And Friends Betrayed Him To His Foes:
Before The Mournful Scene Began,
He Took The Bread, And Blessed, And Brake:
What Love Through All His Actions Ran!
What Wondrous Words Of Grace He Spake!
“This Is My Body, Broke For Sin;
Receive And Eat The Living Food:”
Then Took The Cup, And Blessed The Wine;
“‘Tis The New Covenants In My Blood.”
For Us His Flesh With Nails Was Torn,
He Bore The Scourge, He Felt The Thorn;
And Justice Poured Upon His Head
Its Heavy Vengeance In Our Stead.
For Us His Vital Blood Was Spilt,
To Buy The Pardon Of Our Guilt,
When, For Black Crimes Of Biggest Size,
He Gave His Soul A Sacrifice.
“Do This,” He Cried, “Till Time Shall End,
In Memory Of Your Dying Friend;
Meet At My Table, And Record
The Love Of Your Departed Lord.”
Jesus, Thy Feast We Celebrate,
We Show Thy Death, We Sing Thy Name,
Till Thou Return, And We Shall Eat
The Marriage Supper Of The Lamb.
