The old hundredth
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The old hundredth
The old hundredth. Date c1903 Sept. 21
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This photograph, titled "The Old Hundredth" and estimated to have been taken around September 1903, showcases a group of elderly women gathered together in a cozy room, each holding a harp and dressed in their Sunday best. The women, with their expressive faces and serene expressions, exude a sense of camaraderie and joy as they prepare to perform a musical number. The Old Hundredth, also known as "Nettleton," is a well-loved hymn in the Presbyterian and Reformed traditions, with lyrics dating back to the 16th century. The title refers to the fact that the hymn was once sung as the hundredth psalm in the Genevan Psalter, a collection of Protestant hymns compiled by John Calvin and his associates. The image of these women, with their harps, is a poignant reminder of the enduring power of music to bring people together and to touch the human soul. The fact that they are older women adds an extra layer of significance, as it speaks to the importance of community and the continuity of tradition, particularly in the context of religious practices. Despite the passage of time, the image of these women, with their harps and their hymns, remains a powerful and evocative reminder of the past, and a testament to the enduring power of music to connect us to our history and to one another.
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