Glorify Thy Name

“Glorify Thy Name” is a contemporary hymn text and melody written by Donna Adkins in 1976. It was inspired by the prayer of Jesus in John chapter 17, where He speaks of glorifying the name of the Father and the unity of believers. The hymn expresses heartfelt worship and devotion to the Triune God, calling on the church to praise and honor the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit across the whole earth.

The structure of the song typically addresses each Person of the Trinity in successive stanzas, affirming love, worship, and adoration. The chorus repeats the central prayer to glorify God’s name in all the earth, making the hymn both a declaration of praise and a corporate prayer.

The simple, memorable melody and repeated refrain have made this hymn a popular choice in worship settings across many denominations. It has been published in numerous hymnals and included in worship collections since its first appearance, and it continues to be used in services of praise, doxology, and corporate worship.