Thine Honor Save, O Christ, Our Lord
Thine honor save, O Christ, our Lord
The hymn celebrates Christ's redemptive work and exalts His honor and majesty as the risen Lord, central to Lutheran Christology. It expresses the believer's desire for Christ's saving power to be manifest and recognized in the world.
History & Background
Originally written in German as 'Ehr' sei dir, Christ, geboten' by Martin Behm in the early 17th century. The hymn was translated into English and appeared in various Lutheran hymnals, particularly TLH (The Lutheran Hymnal) in 1941.
Hymnal Appearances
- Lutheran Worship — 370
- The Lutheran Hymnal — 265
Translation
composite/multiple translators
Bulletin Note
Written by Martin Behm in 1610, this German hymn reflects Luther's emphasis on Christ's sufficiency for salvation. Set to the stately tune Herzlich Tret Ich, it remains a powerful Easter and Pentecostal confession.
Preaching Connection
This hymn transforms the hearer from despair (law) into bold petition and confidence (gospel) by relocating all honor and redemptive power in Christ alone, not in human effort or merit.
Themes
Christological triumph Divine honor and majesty Salvation through Christ Resurrection glory Prayer and supplication