Hymn Writers Biographies
Discover the lives, stories, and spiritual journeys of the authors behind classic hymns and worship songs.
872 writers
872 authors added
1,740 hymns indexed by authors
Top 3:
Bill & Gloria Gaither,
Anonymous,
Traditional English Hymns
J. M. Neale
20 hymns
39674 views
Short Name: J. M. Neale Full Name: Neale, John Mason Birth Year: 1818 Death Year: 1866 John Mason Neale was …
J. M. Stillman
1 hymn
1848 views
Jairus Maxson (J. M.) Stillman (1834–1917) was a distinguished American music educator, composer, and conductor who significantly influenced the musical …
J. Macfarlane
1 hymn
1222 views
John Menzies Macfarlane (1833–1892) was a versatile Scottish-American pioneer, jurist, and musician who played a foundational role in the cultural …
J. R. Peacey
1 hymn
646 views
John Raphael (J. R.) Peacey (1896–1971) was a distinguished English clergyman and educator who emerged as one of the most …
J. W. Ferrill
1 hymn
2473 views
J. W. Ferrill (1879–1975) was a prolific American gospel songwriter and music compiler whose career spanned the transition from the …
J. Wilbur Chapman
2 hymns
5807 views
J. Wilbur Chapman (1859–1918) was one of the most influential Presbyterian evangelists and administrative leaders of the late 19th and …
Jack Copley Winslow
1 hymn
1110 views
Jack Copley Winslow (1882–1974) was a distinguished Anglican priest, missionary, and author who played a significant role in fostering cross-cultural …
Jack P. Scholfield
1 hymn
1960 views
Jack P. Scholfield (1882–1972) was a prolific American gospel songwriter, composer, and music publisher who was a significant force in …
Jack W. Hayford
1 hymn
575 views
Jack W. Hayford (1934–2023) was a towering figure in 20th-century Pentecostalism and a prolific songwriter whose work bridged the gap …
Jame M. Joseph
1 hymn
444 views
Jane Marion Joseph (1894–1929) was an English composer, arranger, and music educator who, despite her short life, left a significant …
James A. Crutchfield
1 hymn
1683 views
James Allen Crutchfield was an American poet and songwriter active at the turn of the 20th century. While his personal …
James Allen
1 hymn
2213 views
James Allen (1734–1804) was an influential 18th-century English hymn writer and lay minister whose spiritual journey reflects the diverse landscape …