Rock of ages cleft for me
Let me hide myself in Thee
Let the water and the blood
From Thy wounded side which flowed
Be of sin the double cure
Save from wrath and make me pure
All the labours of my hands
Could not meet Thy law’s demands
Could my zeal no respite know
Could my tears forever flow
All for sin could not atone
Thou must save and Thou alone
Nothing in my hands I bring
Simply to Thy cross I cling
Naked come to Thee for dress
Helpless look to Thee for grace
To Thy fountain Lord I fly
Wash me Saviour or I die
While I draw this fleeting breath
When my eyes shall close in death
When I soar to worlds unknown
See Thee on Thy judgement throne
Rock of ages cleft for me
Let me hide myself in Thee
Song Meaning
The hymn seeking refuge and cleansing in the cleft Rock of Ages.
Biblical Message
Read 1 Corinthians 10:4 alongside the lyric. The cleft rock image seeks refuge and cleansing in Christ.
Reflection
Which word or image in the song speaks to your situation? Read 1 Corinthians 10:4, then consider one response you can carry into the day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “Rock Of Ages Cleft For Me” about?
The hymn seeking refuge and cleansing in the cleft Rock of Ages.
Which Bible passage connects with the song?
1 Corinthians 10:4 is a starting point for reading alongside the lyric.