Lyrics
Jesus, Holy is Thy Name
Mary, first heard it spoken
So sacred, it was introduced by angels
But she did not know that hour, just what majesty and power
Was contained in Your name, Sweet precious Lord
Holy is Thy Name, Holy is Thy Name
There's no other name with that healing touch
No other name that I love as much as Jesus
Holy is Thy name
Holy, Holy
There's no other name with that healing touch
No other name that I love as much as Jesus
Holy is Thy name
Holy is Thy name
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Meaning & Inspiration
Holy Is Thy Name dwells on the sacred name given to Jesus before his birth. The opening recalls Mary hearing that name through an angel, then reflects on how much majesty and authority it contained before its full significance could be seen. By addressing Jesus directly, the song turns the annunciation scene into praise centered on his identity rather than on the circumstances surrounding it.
The refrain joins holiness, love, and healing to the name of Jesus. Its claim that no other name compares echoes the apostolic proclamation that salvation is found in him and the biblical declaration that his name is above every name. The repeated word “holy” gives the closing lines the character of worship, while “sweet precious Lord” keeps that reverence personal and affectionate. The song’s compact structure therefore moves from the name first announced by angels to a present confession of trust, honoring Jesus as both the promised child and the exalted Lord.
Related Scripture
- Luke 1:31 The angel tells Mary that her son is to be named Jesus.
- Acts 4:12 The apostles proclaim salvation in no other name than Jesus.
- Philippians 2:9-11 God exalts Jesus and gives him the name above every name.