Rev. Augustus Toplady published this hymn with a collection of others in 1776. According to legend, Rev. Toplady was inspired to write these lyrics when a fierce storm forced him to seek refuge in Burrington Combe gorge in England. A plaque at the gorge commemorates its connection to the famous hymn. Have you ever […]
Augustus Montague Toplady
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Augustus Montague Toplady (1740–1778) was an English Anglican clergyman and hymnwriter best known for writing the hymn “Rock of Ages.” Here are some details about his life: Early Life: Augustus Montague Toplady was born on November 4, 1740, in Farnham, Surrey, England. His father, Richard Toplady, died when Augustus was […]
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. Not the labors of my handsCan fulfill Thy law’s demands;Could my zeal no respite know,Could my tears forever […]