Hymn Writers Biographies

Discover the lives, stories, and spiritual journeys of the authors behind classic hymns and worship songs.

474 writers 474 authors added 1,168 hymns indexed by authors Top 3: Bill & Gloria Gaither, Anonymous, Traditional English Hymns
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Frank M. Graham
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Frank M. Graham

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Frank M. Graham (1859–1931) was an American Methodist minister, hymn writer, and influential figure in the Wesleyan holiness movement. Born on March 1, 1859, in …
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Frank Mason North
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Frank Mason North

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Frank Mason North (1850–1935) was a prominent American Methodist minister, hymn writer, editor, and denominational leader whose influence extended across both church life and international …
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Frank von Christierson
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Frank von Christierson

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Frank von Christierson (1900–1996) was a Finnish-born American Presbyterian minister and hymn writer whose life combined pastoral service, youth leadership, and contributions to hymnody. Born …
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Fred Kaan
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Fred Kaan

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Fred Kaan Short Name: Fred Kaan Full Name: Kaan, Fred Birth Year: 1929 Death Year: 2009 Fred Kaan was born in July 1929 in Haarlem, …
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Fred P. Morris
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Fred P. Morris

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Fred P. Morris (1872–1950) was an Australian hymn writer and devotional author known for his extensive contribution to gospel and Sunday school hymnody. Born in …
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Fred Pratt Green
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Fred Pratt Green

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Fred Pratt Green Short Name: Fred Pratt Green Full Name: Green, Fred Pratt Birth Year: 1903 Death Year: 2000 Fred Pratt Green was born in …
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Frederick A. Blom
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Frederick A. Blom

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Frederick A. Blom (1867–1926) was a Swedish-born hymn writer, minister, and evangelist whose life story is marked by both spiritual struggle and remarkable restoration. He …
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Frederick B. Morley
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Frederick B. Morley

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Frederick B. Morley (1884–1969) was an American Methodist minister, hymn writer, and devotional poet whose work reflected a deep concern for Christian unity and practical …
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Frederick Lucian Hosmer
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Frederick Lucian Hosmer

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Frederick Lucian Hosmer (1840–1929) was a prominent American Unitarian minister, poet, and hymn writer, widely regarded as one of the most thoughtful and influential hymnists …
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Frederick M. Lehman
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Frederick M. Lehman

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Frederick M. Lehman (1868–1953) was a German-born American hymn writer, pastor, and composer whose life and work were deeply marked by a passionate devotion to …
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Frederick Oakeley
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Frederick Oakeley

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Frederick Oakeley (1802–1880) was an English clergyman, hymn writer, and translator, best known for bringing one of the most beloved Christmas hymns into widespread English …
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Frederick Whitfield
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Frederick Whitfield

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Full Name: Whitfield, Frederick Birth Date: 7 January 1827 Birth Place: Threapwood, Shropshire, England Death Date: 13 September 1904 Occupation: Anglican priest, hymn writer, poet …
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