This hymn is widely featured in the and other Christian collections, often used to reflect on the mysteries of divine love and the ultimate victory of Christ. 255 SDA Hymn - I Cannot Tell Why (Singing w/ Lyrics)

"But this I know, that he was born of Mary..." and "...for still the Saviour, Saviour of the world is here".

A central feature of this hymn is its that concludes each verse. While the verses begin by expressing human wonder or a lack of understanding regarding Christ's life and sacrifice, they each pivot to a definitive statement of faith: