The Stories of Hymns
The Stories of Hymns

Author: Fr. George William Rutler

Publisher: Sophia Institute Press

Published: 2017-01-24

Total Pages: 337

ISBN-13: 1682780244

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Hymns are more than beautiful musical compositions; they provide us with a heightened language for praising and speaking to God, all while teaching us theology that reflects both the depth and complexity of Our Lord. Sacred hymns in our day have given way to “fifth-rate poetry set to fourth-rate music,” as C.S. Lewis once remarked. At times, the music used in worship can make us feel as though the culture is usurping the Church rather than being transfigured by it. There is a clear and present need to resurrect those distinctively different songs with a distinctively different vocabulary for people who want to live distinctive lives as followers of Christ. In these pages, Fr. George William Rutler introduces and reflects upon dozens of the greatest hymns written from the earliest years of the Church through the Twentieth Century. The text and composition of each hymn is included, as well as inspiring accounts of their authors and composers, fascinating stories and historical events connected with them, and notes on the significant contributions each one made to theology and music. Fr. Rutler has recovered here a rich musical legacy that will help us to give glory to our God who is Lord of all.

101 Hymn Stories
101 Hymn Stories

Author: Kenneth W. Osbeck

Publisher: Kregel Publications

Published: 1901

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13: 9780825493270

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"Hymn singing reflects a congregation's spiritual vitality and their response to God's grace.

40 Favorite Hymns on the Christian Life
40 Favorite Hymns on the Christian Life

Author: Leland Ryken

Publisher: P & R Publishing

Published: 2019

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9781629956176

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Providing literary analysis and historical background, Leland Ryken invites us to experience great hymns as powerful works of devotional poetrysavoring elements that we easily miss when singing them.

One Hundred Latin Hymns
One Hundred Latin Hymns

Author: Patrick Gerard Walsh

Publisher: Harvard University Press

Published: 2012-11-19

Total Pages: 544

ISBN-13: 0674057732

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This volume collects one hundred of the most important and beloved Late Antique and Medieval Latin hymns from Western Europe. Ranging from Ambrose in the late fourth century to Bonaventure in the thirteenth, the authors meditate on the ineffable, from Passion to Paradise, and cover a broad gamut of poetic forms and meters.

The One Year Book of Hymns
The One Year Book of Hymns

Author: William J. Petersen

Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 772

ISBN-13: 9780842350723

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Here are 365 classic hymn texts, along with stories of how they came to be written. This is an ideal startling point for personal or family devotions.

Then Sings My Soul Special Edition
Then Sings My Soul Special Edition

Author: Robert J. Morgan

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Published: 2022-09-13

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 1400336406

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In this special seasonal edition, bestselling author Robert J. Morgan shares the incredible stories behind traditional holiday hymns of faith, including Christmas, Easter, and more. Is there a festive season of the year that is complete without one of your favorite hymns? Not only do hymns connect you to great memories, but they also reveal the faith of those who lived throughout history. As Robert Morgan explored the stories behind some of the best-loved hymns, he found fascinating accounts of tribulations, triumphs, struggles, and hope—ordinary people who connected with God in amazing ways, sharing their experiences through song. Included inside this special edition are: 150 devotional-style stories with the words and music to each hymn Includes hymns for holidays including Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, and more Jagged edged paper, giving it a classic feel Includes a complete hymn index by title, first line, and songwriter Perfect for use as a daily devotional, teaching illustration, or for song leaders and music ministers Discover the inspiration behind your favorite hymns. Find new favorites as you relate to the people whose walk of faith led them to write these classic songs of praise. Share these stories with your family, friends, and church, and find more depth and meaning as you worship God through song.