Dictionary of Hymnology
Learn hymn terms, meters, forms, and the history behind Christian worship music — curated for hymn lovers, worship leaders, and students.
All hail! the power of Jesus' Name
History
Comprehensive history of Edward Perronet's famous hymn "All hail! the power of Jesus' Name," its revisions by…
Alleluia
Hymnology
Comprehensive history of the liturgical acclamation "Alleluia," detailing its biblical origins, early Christi…
Antiphon
Hymnology
An entry on the liturgical definition, historical origins, and forms of the antiphon in Christian worship.
Arise, your voices all unite
Hymnology
An entry on Bishop Richard Mant's original hymn of praise.
Henry Alford
History
Biographical account of Henry Alford, Dean of Canterbury, biblical scholar, and author of celebrated hymns in…
Unitarian Hymnody
Hymnology
An extensive historical overview of English Unitarian hymnody, its doctrinal evolution from Presbyterian root…
Henry Alford
History
Biographical account of Henry Alford, Dean of Canterbury, biblical scholar, and author of celebrated hymns in…
Unitarian Hymnody
Hymnology
An extensive historical overview of English Unitarian hymnody, its doctrinal evolution from Presbyterian root…