Where Sea Billows Roll?

When peace, like a river, attendeth my way, When sorrows like sea billows roll; Whatever my lot, Thou hast taught me to say, It is well; it is well with my soul.

What does sea billows roll mean?

1 : wave especially : a great wave or surge of water the rolling billows of the sea. 2 : a rolling mass (as of flame or smoke) that resembles a high wave Billows of smoke poured out of the building.

Where did the song It Is Well With My Soul come from?

His wife Anna survived and sent him the now famous telegram, "Saved alone …". Shortly afterwards, as Spafford traveled to meet his grieving wife, he was inspired to write these words as his ship passed near where his daughters had died. Bliss called his tune Ville du Havre, from the name of the stricken vessel.

Elena Rostova

Elena Rostova

Lead Health, Wellness & Medical Journalist

Elena Rostova holds a Master's degree in Public Health Journalism. She covers groundbreaking medical research, holistic wellness trends, mental health awareness, and nutritional science.