Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: gospel
Song Meaning of “Rock of Ages” by Tennessee Ernie Ford
Rock of Ages is a classic Christian hymn written by Anglican minister Thomas Hastings in 1832. In Tennessee Ernie Ford’s version, he invokes the same message of hope and faith in Jesus Christ for all those who are struggling by singing “While I draw this fleeting breath, when my eyes shall close in death, when I rise to worlds unknown, I’ll behold thy glory Lord.” The chorus about living in peaceful surrender as one moment is linked with another also carries a theme of trusting in a higher power for guidance in this life and beyond. It speaks to the faith and fortitude of those who persevere through trials and tribulations and have found solace in the supportive arms of the Lord. The songs repetitive phrases symbolize the assurance we have in knowing that any circumstance can be faced with a song of praise on our lips.