and in the Christian tradition in the Middle Ages, these are predominantly in Latin. Vernacular hymns arise early in the Reformation and are given fixed form in English publications like the Book of ...

The new additions include songs familiar with other Christian faiths such as “Amazing Grace.” The new hymns also include ...

Having a common songbook unites congregations and strengthens ... Matthew 26:30 tells us they sang a hymn after the Last Supper. We know the early church sang hymns as well; Paul mentions hymns ...