HYMN #0122 SSS #122 • SS&S Meter: P.M. Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #122: Oh, who is this ?

Complete lyrics, stanzas, and pipe organ accompaniment • Sacred Songs & Solos

1

Oh, who is this that cometh
From Edom’s crimson plain,
With wounded side, with garments dyed?
Oh, tell me now Thy name,
"I that saw thy soul’s distress,
A ransom gave;
I that speak in righteousness,
Mighty to save!"
Mighty to save! ...
Mighty to save! . .
Lord, I’ll trust Thy wondrous love,
Mighty to save!

2

Oh, why is Thine apparel
So very deeply dyed?—
Like them that tread
the wine-press red?
Oh, why this crimson tide?
"I the wine-press trod alone,
’Neath darkening skies;
Of the people there was none
Mighty to save!"

3

O bleeding Lamb, my Saviour,
How couldst Thou bear this shame?
With mercy fraught, Thine arm hath
brought
Salvation in Thy name!
"I the victory have won,
Conquered the grave:
Now the year of joy has come—
Mighty to save!"

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "Oh, who is this ?"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #122 in Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200 Hymns), compiled by the American gospel singer and hymnologist Ira David Sankey (1840–1908).

Sankey popularized these sacred songs during the transatlantic evangelistic campaigns led alongside Dwight L. Moody between 1873 and 1903. The compilation became one of the most widely printed hymnals in Christendom, cherished by Methodist, Baptist, Anglican, Presbyterian, and Pentecostal congregations throughout the world.

🕊️ Devotional Themes & Reflection

Composed of 3 stanzas, the text centers on foundational biblical themes: adoration and praise to God, humble reliance upon divine grace, steadfast faith amid trials, and the everlasting hope of salvation in Jesus Christ.

Whether sung during Sunday corporate worship or read during family devotions and personal prayer, these stanzas guide the believer to reflect on God's unending mercies and steadfast faithfulness across every season of life.

🎼 Musical Structure & Liturgy

Poetic Meter: P.M.
Stanza Structure: 3 Verses with cathedral pipe organ accompaniment
Liturgical Placement: Suitable as an Opening Hymn of Praise, Call to Worship, Offertory, or Closing Doxology
Pipe Organ Audio: Multi-verse accompaniment synthesized to support organists, choir rehearsals, and home worship

⚖️ Public Domain Archival: This historic hymn text and tune are in the worldwide public domain and may be freely printed in church bulletins or projected for public worship.

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