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The Hymn of Jesus, H. 140, Op. 37, is a sacred work by Gustav Holst scored for two choruses, semi-chorus, and full orchestra. It was written in 1917–1919 and first performed in 1920. One of his most popular and highly acclaimed compositions, it is divided into two sections.
A hymn by John Newton published in 1779, focusing on the power of the name of Jesus. It is often sung to the tune of Saint Peter or Rachel, and has six stanzas of praise and worship.
Helen Howarth Lemmel "The Heavenly Vision", also known as "Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus" (the first line of its chorus), is a hymn written by Helen Howarth Lemmel. It was inspired by a tract entitled Focused, written by the missionary Isabella Lilias Trotter. The chorus is widely known, and has become a standard reprinted in many hymnals. Cover of the tract that inspired the song Lemmel first ...
A Christian hymn written by Robert Robinson in 1758, with lyrics expressing gratitude for God's grace and mercy. The hymn has various tunes and arrangements, and has been covered by many artists, including Sufjan Stevens, Mumford & Sons, and The Mormon Tabernacle Choir.
The hymn "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" was written by Isaac Watts, and published in Hymns and Spiritual Songs in 1707. It is significant for being an innovative departure from the early English hymn style of only using paraphrased biblical texts, although the first couplet of the second verse paraphrases Galatians 6:14a and the second couplet of the fourth verse paraphrases Gal. 6:14b.
"All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name" is a Christian hymn. The hymn has been called the "National Anthem of Christendom ". [ 1 ] The lyrics, written by Edward Perronet , first appeared in the November, 1779 issue of the Gospel Magazine , which was edited by the author of " Rock of Ages ", Augustus Toplady .
A Christian hymn for Advent based on the O Antiphons, a series of plainchant antiphons attached to the Magnificat. The web page provides the Latin text, the English translations, the music history and the musical influence of the hymn.
A Christian hymn by Reginald Heber, based on Revelation 4:1–11, inviting worshippers to praise the Trinity. The web page does not include the lyrics, but provides the history, text and tune of the hymn.