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
Jeffery Rowthorn
1 hymn
296 views
Jeffrey Rowthorn is a contemporary Anglican priest, hymn writer, liturgist, and theologian whose work has contributed significantly to modern English-language …
Jeffery W. Rowthorn
1 hymn
596 views
Jeffery W. Rowthorn (1934–2025) Jeffery William Rowthorn was a Welsh-born Anglican bishop, liturgical scholar, and hymn writer whose work has …
Jemima Luke
1 hymn
858 views
Jemima Luke (1813–1906) Jemima Luke was an English hymn writer, poet, and Christian author best remembered for a single beloved …
Jennette Threlfall
1 hymn
1789 views
Jennette Threlfall (1821–1880) Jennette Threlfall was an English devotional poet and hymn writer whose life of suffering was marked by …
Jennie Evelyn Hussey
1 hymn
2820 views
Jennie Evelyn Hussey (1874–1958) was a remarkable American hymn writer whose life was a testament to creative perseverance in the …
Jeremiah Eames Rankin
2 hymns
8941 views
Jeremiah Eames Rankin (1828–1904) was a distinguished American Congregationalist minister, educator, and hymn writer who left a lasting mark on …
Jesse Edgar Middleton
1 hymn
1771 views
Jesse Edgar Middleton (1872–1960) was a prominent Canadian journalist, historian, and musician who is best remembered for providing the English-speaking …
Jesse McPhaill
2 hymns
2659 views
Short Name: Jesse McPhaill Full Name: McPhaill, Jesse (McPaul) Birth Year: 1996 (approximate) Death Year: — Jesse McPhaill is an …
Jessie Brown Pounds
6 hymns
11149 views
Jessie Brown Pounds (1861–1921) was an exceptionally influential American hymn writer and editor within the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). …
Jester Hairston
1 hymn
2544 views
Jester Joseph Hairston (1901–2000) was a monumental figure in 20th-century American music, celebrated as a composer, conductor, arranger, and actor. …
Jill Jackson-Miller
1 hymn
5330 views
Jill Jackson (1913–1995), often known professionally as Jill Jackson-Miller, was an American actress, songwriter, and singer who co-authored one of …
Jim Hill
1 hymn
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Jim Hill (1930–2018) was an American gospel singer, songwriter, and influential figure in twentieth‑century Southern gospel music, best known for …