Dictionary of Hymnology
Learn hymn terms, meters, forms, and the history behind Christian worship music — curated for hymn lovers, worship leaders, and students.
Adoro Te devote, latens Deitas
History
Detailed history of St. Thomas Aquinas's famous Eucharistic hymn "Adoro Te devote," tracing its origins, litu…
All hail, Redeemer of mankind
Hymnology
Overview of Charles Wesley's Eucharistic hymn "All hail, Redeemer of mankind," published in Hymns on the Lord…
All things are ready! there's a place of rest
Hymnology
History of the Eucharistic hymn "All things are ready! there's a place of rest" and its various editorial for…
All ye who faithful servants are
History
Overview of Nahum Tate and Nicholas Brady's Communion hymn "All ye who faithful servants are," based on Revel…
Alleluia
Hymnology
Comprehensive history of the liturgical acclamation "Alleluia," detailing its biblical origins, early Christi…
Alleluia, sing to Jesus
Hymn
History of William Chatterton Dix's Eucharistic hymn "Alleluia, sing to Jesus," written in 1866 for Ascension…
St. Thomas Aquinas
Hymnology
A cross-reference entry for Thomas of Aquino (St. Thomas Aquinas) in hymnody.