Velicaya_te_i_exalt_thee

: The lyrics are drawn directly from Psalm 97:9 : "For Thou, LORD, art high above all the earth; Thou art exalted far above all gods".

"Velicaya Te" (often transliterated as ) is the Russian translation of the popular contemporary hymn "I Exalt Thee" . Origin and History

: A modern live version featuring Chris Quilala . velicaya_te_i_exalt_thee

: It has become a foundational "worship chorus" in modern church history, translated into dozens of languages and appearing in major hymnals like the Baptist Hymnal . Notable Versions :

: The definitive 1983 recording that popularized the song globally. : The lyrics are drawn directly from Psalm

: The song was written in 1975 by Pete Sanchez Jr., a 20-year-old Bible college student.

: While written in the mid-70s, it gained international fame after being recorded by trumpeter and singer Phil Driscoll on his 1983 album of the same name. Significance and Usage : It has become a foundational "worship chorus"

: A powerful choral arrangement frequently used in gospel settings.