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Hymn Histories

History of Now Thank We All Our God

History of Now Thank We All Our God

The history surrounding the hymn "Now Thank We All Our God," by Martin Rinkart. Includes biographical information about the author, literary structure and musical characteristics of the hymn, and suggestions for explaining the...

History of A Mighty Fortress is our God

History of A Mighty Fortress is our God

The history surrounding the hymn "A Mighty Fortress is our God" by Martin Luther.

History of Faith of our Fathers

History of Faith of our Fathers

The history surrounding the hymn "Faith of our Fathers" by Frederick William Faber. Includes biographical information about the author, literary structure and musical characteristics of the hymn, and suggestions for explaining...

History of Hark the Herald Angels Sing

History of Hark the Herald Angels Sing

The history surrounding the hymn "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" by Charles Wesley. Includes biographical information about the author, literary structure and musical characteristics of the hymn, and suggestions for explaining the...

History of O God Our Help in Ages Past

History of O God Our Help in Ages Past

The history surrounding the hymn "O God, Our Help in Ages Past," by Isaac Watts. Includes some biographical information about the author.

History of Jesus the Very Thought of Thee

History of Jesus the Very Thought of Thee

The history surrounding the hymn "Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee" by Bernard of Clairvaux. Includes biographical information about the author, literary structure and musical characteristics of the hymn, and suggestions for...

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