SONG STUDY (3) WHEN I SURVEY THE WONDROUS CROSS Isaac Watts 1674-1748 This great 17th century hymn by Isaac Watts still speaks strongly to all believers today and presents us with a challenge every time we sing it. When I survey the wondrous cross On which the Prince of Glory died My richest gain I count but loss And pour contempt on all my pride. Forbid it, Lord, that I should boast Save in the death of Christ my God: All the vain things that charm me most, I sacrifice them to His blood . See from His head, His hands, His feet Sorrow and love flow mingled down: ...