Hymn Writers Biographies
Discover the lives, stories, and spiritual journeys of the authors behind classic hymns and worship songs.
931 writers
931 authors added
1,818 hymns indexed by authors
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Bill & Gloria Gaither,
Anonymous,
Traditional English Hymns
Frederick Lucian Hosmer
2 hymns
1681 views
Frederick Lucian Hosmer (1840–1929) was a prominent American Unitarian minister, poet, and hymn writer, widely regarded as one of the …
Frederick M. Lehman
1 hymn
5646 views
Frederick M. Lehman (1868–1953) was a German-born American hymn writer, pastor, and composer whose life and work were deeply marked …
Frederick Oakeley
1 hymn
4442 views
Frederick Oakeley (1802–1880) was an English clergyman, hymn writer, and translator, best known for bringing one of the most beloved …
Frederick Whitfield
2 hymns
5503 views
Full Name: Whitfield, Frederick Birth Date: 7 January 1827 Birth Place: Threapwood, Shropshire, England Death Date: 13 September 1904 Occupation: …
Frederick William Faber
6 hymns
9524 views
Frederick William Faber (1814–1863) was a prolific English hymn writer and theologian whose spiritual journey took him from the rigorous …
Friedrich von Canitz
1 hymn
801 views
Friedrich Rudolf Ludwig, Freiherr von Canitz (1654–1699), was a distinguished German diplomat and poet whose life was a rare blend …
Friedrich von Spee
1 hymn
2901 views
Frederick William Faber (1814–1863) was a prolific English hymn writer and theologian whose spiritual journey took him from the rigorous …
G. B. Timms
1 hymn
801 views
George Boorne Timms (1910–1997) was a distinguished 20th-century Anglican priest and hymnwriter who played a significant role in the modernization …
G. W. Briggs
3 hymns
2713 views
George Wallace Briggs (1875–1959) was a prominent Canon of Worcester Cathedral and a major figure in 20th-century British hymnody and …
G. W. Kitchin
1 hymn
2797 views
George William Kitchin (1827–1912) was an eminent Anglican clergyman and scholar who balanced a distinguished career in ecclesiastical leadership with …
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G. W. Sederquist
1 hymn
1131 views
George W. Sederquist (1838–1921) was a dedicated evangelist and elder within the Adventist movement, known for his long tenure of …
G. Wade Robinson
1 hymn
1687 views
George Wade Robinson (1838–1877) was a gifted Congregational minister and poet whose brief life was marked by a deep devotion …