Paul Gerhardt

Paul Gerhardt
Paul Gerhardt (1607–1676) was a renowned German hymn writer and Lutheran pastor, celebrated for his deeply spiritual and lyrical hymns. His work, including well-known hymns like "O Sacred Head, Now Wounded" and "Awake, My Heart, with Gladness," played a significant role in Protestant church music. Gerhardt's hymns often reflect themes of comfort, trust in God, and the beauty of creation, resonating with both personal and communal faith experiences. Despite facing personal hardships, including the loss of his wife and children, his hymns remain enduring expressions of hope and faith.

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PREFACE. This volume contains a large selection from Paul Gerhardt's “Spiritual Songs.” Every piece included is given in full, and is rendered into the metre of the original. A few of the following translations have appeared at various times during the last three years in different periodicals. They have been revised for this volume. Several of the hymns have been beautifully translated by... more...