Dictionary of Hymnology
Learn hymn terms, meters, forms, and the history behind Christian worship music — curated for hymn lovers, worship leaders, and students.
Adeste fideles laeti triumphantes
History
Comprehensive entry for the celebrated Christmas hymn "Adeste fideles," tracing its origin, Latin textual tra…
Adeste, Coelitum chori
History
Historical entry for Nicholas le Tourneaux's Latin Easter hymn "Adeste, Coelitum chori," appointed for Matins…
All praise to Thee, who didst command
Hymn
Overview of Bishop Richard Mant's hymn "All praise to Thee, who didst command," written as a thanksgiving for…
Alleluia, dulce carmen
Hymnology
Comprehensive history of the Latin hymn "Alleluia, dulce carmen," sung before Septuagesima, detailing its man…
Away with our sorrow and fear
History
Charles Wesley's 1746 funeral hymn, featured in the Wesleyan Hymn Book and Toplady's collection.