Satan's Jeweled Crown
The Louvin Brothers Lyrics


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Satan's jeweled crown, I've worn it so long
But God, for my soul, has reached down
His love set me free, He made me His own
And helped me cast off Satan's jeweled crown

If I could be king and ruler of nations
With diamonds and jewels profound
I'd rather know that I have salvation
Then to know my reward is Satan's jeweled crown

Satan's jeweled crown, I've worn it so long
But God for my soul has reached down
His love set me free He made me His own
And helped me cast off Satan's jeweled crown

When I lived my life, so reckless and evil
Drinking and running around
The things I would do were the will of the devil
I was giving my soul for Satan's jeweled crown

Satan's jeweled crown, I've worn it so long
But God for my soul has reached down




His love set me free He made me His own
And helped me cast off Satan's jeweled crown

Overall Meaning

The Louvin Brothers's song "Satan's Jeweled Crown" is a gospel song with powerful lyrics that explore the struggle between temptation and salvation, and how one can be consumed by the former. The singer acknowledges that they have been wearing Satan's jeweled crown for a long time. This crown represents a life of sin and servitude to the devil. However, the tone changes as the singer speaks of God's love saving them from their sinful ways. Their soul has been redeemed, leading them to cast off Satan's jeweled crown.


The lyrics go on to contrast earthly riches and salvation. The singer says that even if given the opportunity to rule nations and possess diamonds and jewels, they would rather have the peace of mind that comes with knowing they have salvation, rather than achieving worldly success and material wealth. The second verse further elaborates on the singer's past life of reckless, sinful behavior where they would do anything to please the devil.


Overall, the message of the song is that no matter how long or how deeply Satan's jeweled crown may have been worn, God's love and grace can overcome it, leading one to cast it off and find redemption.


Line by Line Meaning

Satan's jeweled crown, I've worn it so long
I have been under Satan's power and influence for a long time and have willingly accepted his offers of earthly wealth and power.


But God, for my soul, has reached down
However, God has intervened in my life and offered me a chance to be saved from Satan's grasp and the impending doom that comes with it.


His love set me free, He made me His own
Through his unconditional love and grace, God has given me the opportunity to break free from Satan's influence and become one of His own- a child of God.


And helped me cast off Satan's jeweled crown
With God's guidance and love, I have been able to reject Satan's offers of worldly treasures and live a life that honors God instead.


If I could be king and ruler of nations
Even if I were given the opportunity to rule the world with all its wealth, power, and precious stones,


With diamonds and jewels profound
And possessed the most valuable and brilliant stones on earth,


I'd rather know that I have salvation
I would still choose to have the assurance of my salvation in Christ,


Then to know my reward is Satan's jeweled crown
Than to face eternal damnation with Satan and his earthly treasures as my ultimate reward.


When I lived my life, so reckless and evil
In the past, I led a life that was careless and wrong,


Drinking and running around
I indulged in sinful pleasures like drinking and promiscuity,


The things I would do were the will of the devil
My actions were influenced and guided by Satan, and I willingly let him take control of my life.


I was giving my soul for Satan's jeweled crown
Without knowing it, I was trading away my soul for the fleeting and worthless treasures of this world that Satan offered.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: EDGAR EDENS

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Steve Roberts

The Louvin Brothers were just awesome. This is real country music--not the crap you hear today which is rock music with a fiddle. The Lovin Brothers are forever.

Edward Green

They are great

PinchnerHouse

Steve Roberts - Back when devil worship was wholesome.

Joe Postove

I am a Jew and not much of believer in God. But to hear the refreshing honest, sincere and wonderful harmonizing of the Louvin Brothers is a spiritual experience!

Djabroni_Brochacho

Jesus chamgedy life and saved me from a life of sin and darkness just like the Louvins. Praise the God and the Lamb of Israel!

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lbrbatiii

They sing from the heart

B. W. Videos

I've loved The Louvin Brothers all my life, but never even knew they were the first to record this beloved old song, all the way back in 1959. I first heard it by Bruce Springsteen, but totally love Emmylou's version ❣️

George's Good News TV

OMG i love their voices

llama40204

Such a good song. This would be a perfect song to play on the road in the dead of night. No one driving out and about but you.

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