The old rugged cross

On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross

The emblem of suffering and shame;

And I love that old cross where the dearest and best

For a world of lost sinners was slain.

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So I'll cherish the old rugged cross

Till my trophies at last I lay down;

I will cling to the old rugged cross

And exchange it some day for a crown.

To the old rugged cross I will ever be true

It's shame and reproach gladly bear;

Then he'll call me some day to my home far away

Where his glory forever I'll share.

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