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Behind the Hymn: Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross

September 6, 2015 4 comments

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This popular hymn was written by Fanny Crosby, author of over 8,000 hymns and songs. She often collaborated with composer William Doane. Doane wrote the music and then the melody was played for Crosby. Upon hearing the melody she said she felt it said, “Jesus, Keep me near the cross.” She said down and wrote the words for this hymn. […]

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Behind the Hymn: Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross