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Hymns

A selection of Christian verse by modern masters such as Charles Wesley and Isaac Watts, and from the ancient liturgies of East and West.

The following forty-two items have been tagged Hymns.

This is a selection of Christian poetry, mostly intended for congregational singing. Some are by modern masters such as Charles Wesley and Isaac Watts; but the collection also includes translations into English verse of prayers and hymns from the ancient liturgies of both West and East.

The posts are sorted in alphabetical order.

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1

Abide With Me

One of the best-loved of all hymns in the English language.

2

And Can It Be?

A hymn about free grace, based on St Peter’s release from prison by the hand of an angel.

3

The Angel Cried

A hymn sung in the weeks after Easter, imagining how Gabriel brought the news of Christ’s resurrection to Mary.

4

Come Let Us Join Our Friends Above

A hymn urging Christians to think of those who have died as ever-present with us, in our worship, our prayers and our hearts.

5

Come O Thou Traveller Unknown

A superlative Christian poem based on Righteous Jacob’s encounter with an angel.

6

Come, Holy Ghost, All-Quick’ning Fire

A hymn addressed to the Holy Spirit as God’s royal seal upon the heart.