Ten Thousand Thousand Souls There Are – Hymn Lyric
Embracing the journey of the heart, let us find room for all within the shared grace of “Ten Thousand Thousand Souls There Are.” This profound poem speaks to the inclusivity of love and forgiveness, reminding us that there is always space for every soul, no matter the flaws or past mistakes. As we reflect on the endless capacity for acceptance and redemption, may we journey together in songs of praise, celebrating the transformative power of being a sinner saved by grace.
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Ten Thousand Thousand Souls There Are – Hymn Lyric
Ten thousand thousand souls there are
Entered within the door;
These countless souls are gathered in,
And yet there’s room for more.
Refrain:
Then come, O come, and go with me,
Where pleasure never dies;
And you shall gain the crown of life,
The soul’s eternal prize.
Room for the lame, the halt, the blind;
Sinner, there’s room for thee;
‘Twas Christ made room for such poor souls
By dying on the tree.
Room for the chief of sinners still,
Though plagued with unbelief;
That very Christ can save thy soul
Who saved the dying thief.
Then sure I am there’s room for me,
The worst of Adam’s race;
And so I’ll sing in songs of praise,
A sinner saved by grace.
Meaning of Ten Thousand Thousand Souls There Are
As we gather together in contemplation, let us open our hearts to the profound truth contained within a simple yet deeply meaningful poemone that speaks to the vast inclusivity of love, forgiveness, and spiritual grace. The verses remind us that there are “Ten thousand thousand souls” who have found their place in a space that never falters in its capacity to welcome more. This beautiful imagery invites us into a deeper understanding of our shared humanity and the endless room for all, despite our flaws and missteps.
Reflect for a moment on the powerful refrain: “Then come, O come, and go with me, Where pleasure never dies; And you shall gain the crown of life, The soul’s eternal prize.” These lines call us onto a path of eternal fulfillment, an invitation to join a community where joy and true contentment are not fleeting but infinite.
In the quiet moments of self-reflection, we may encounter our own vulnerabilitiesour fears, regrets, and the aspects of ourselves we are reluctant to accept. We all carry the weight of being ‘the lame, the halt, the blind’ in our own ways. Yet, the poem assures us that there is room for every one of us, regardless of the burdens we bear. It is a promise that springs from a profound act of love: “Twas Christ made room for such poor souls By dying on the tree.”
This spiritual truth is not about exclusivity; rather, it is about radical, unconditional inclusivity. Even for “the chief of sinners,” those who feel consumed by doubt and disbelief, there remains a place of acceptance and salvation. The narrative beckons us to shift our perspectivemoving away from self-condemnation and toward a space of grace. “That very Christ can save thy soul Who saved the dying thief,” illustrates hope for redemption irrespective of past transgressions.
We find a personal home in these words, especially when we resonate with the assurance, “Then sure I am there’s room for me, The worst of Adam’s race.” Such lines evoke a transformative acceptance, where we realize our own worth and place within the vast embrace of divine love. This recognition allows us to cast aside the titles of our shame and instead don the identity of “a sinner saved by grace.”
Our journey together is one of ongoing self-discovery and acceptance. As we navigate our lives, let us open our hearts to the boundless room within this spiritual fellowshipone that neither judgment nor fear can diminish. Let us sing in “songs of praise,” anchoring ourselves in the shared grace that uplifts us. By embracing our humanity, imperfections and all, we tap into a deeper connection with the world and those around us.
In these reflective moments, may we each find the compassionate, loving self-view that allows us to see our worth and the worth of others. May we move closer to a profound understanding that in this grand spiritual home, there is always room for you, for me, for us all.
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