Dictionary of Hymnology
Learn hymn terms, meters, forms, and the history behind Christian worship music — curated for hymn lovers, worship leaders, and students.
Ah, what a wretch am I
History
Hymnological entry for Charles Wesley's 1749 Watch-night hymn "Ah, what a wretch am I," detailing its publica…
All around us, fair with flowers
History
Overview of the anonymous American hymn "All around us, fair with flowers," published in prominent nineteenth…
All powerful, self-existent God
Hymn
Account of the anonymous eighteenth-century hymn "All powerful, self-existent God," based on Psalm 102.
Almighty Father, Thou hast many a blessing
History
Overview of the anonymous renunciation hymn "Almighty Father, Thou hast many a blessing."
American Hymnody
History
Comprehensive survey of the history, development, denominational collections, and principal hymnists of Ameri…
Angel of God, whate'er betide
Hymnology
An entry on Charles Wesley's 1740 hymn on personal consecration while setting out to preach.
Arise, my soul, nor dream the hours
Hymnology
An entry on an anonymous American hymn on redeeming time.