Hymns Collection (page 4)

Now the Day is over - 1
NOW THE DAY IS OVER A soldier gazes pensively into the sunset, while shadows of the evening steal across the sky. Date: circa 1915

CHRISTIANS AWAKE MSS
The original manuscript of the popular English hymn Christians Awake composed by John Byrom as a Christmas present for his daughter, Dolly. Date: 1745

Blind Hannah Brentford, 1827
Hannah Brentford, blind musician of Bunhill-row, shown here aged 24 giving a street performance of hymns, accompanied by her violin

Singing in church
A group of three children sing hymns in church with a buttercup border

Maratha Caste in India - Musicians
Individuals of the Maratha Caste in India singing Bhujan or religious hymns. There are a whole host of men, women, and children, some with instruments

Church Parade on board a Battleship, Gibraltar, 1906
Photograph of a Sunday Church Parade on board a British Battleship, of the Atlantic Fleet, at Gibraltar. The ships company can be seen assembling here on the deck for prayers

Presbyterian Evangelical church in Lome, Togo, West Africa, Africa

Hymn, Paris, France, Europe

Hymns Round Piano
Mama accompanies her children and their father in hymn- singing at the piano

Thomas Ken / Leake
THOMAS KEN Bishop of Bath and Wells, and writer of hymns, at the age of 73

British Thoughts of War
PERFIDIOUS ALBION ! The hypocritical British sing hymns of peace, but all their thoughts are of war

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"Hymns: A Melodic Journey through Faith and Culture" Hymns, the sacred songs that transcend time and culture, have long been an integral part of religious worship. From the ancient chants dedicated to Hindu God Indra to the soul-stirring melodies penned by Hogarth during the Industrial Revolution, they have served as a source of solace and inspiration for countless generations. In William Cowpers House in Olney, Buckinghamshire, hymnody found its voice with the creation of religious hymn books that spread like wildfire across Europe. In Abondance, Haute Savoie, France, these harmonious verses echoed through picturesque landscapes as communities joined together in song. The enchanting music cover adorned with Christmas carols evokes memories of festive gatherings where families gathered around pianos to sing joyous praises. The timeless compositions of MRS ALEXANDER continue to resonate in our hearts today. From St. Ives in Cornwall to Washington D. C. , hymns became a powerful force for social change. At Salvation Army open-air meetings or within the walls of churches led by pastors like Elder Kelsey from Church of God in Christ, these spiritual anthems united diverse congregations and ignited hope during challenging times. Drawing inspiration from Greek muses Polyhymnia, Calliope, and Urania; hymn writers like Thomas Ken and Humphreys crafted poetic verses that touched souls across centuries. Their words transcended language barriers and cultural divides - reminding us all that faith knows no boundaries. Through captivating photographs captured by Gordon Parks in 1942 Washington D. C. , we witness members of the congregation raising their voices together - a testament to the unifying power amidst adversity. Whether sung softly at home or resonating through grand cathedrals worldwide, hymns remain an enduring expression of devotion. They carry within them stories untold yet felt deeply within our hearts – connecting us to something greater than ourselves.