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Hymns for Christian Devotion : Especially Adapted to the Universalist Denomination
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Adams, John G. (John Greenleaf), 1810-1887.
- Language:
- English
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource : multiple file formats
- Place of Publication:
- Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
- Summary:
- "Hymns for Christian Devotion" by John G. Adams and E. H. Chapin is a collection of hymns tailored for Christian worship written in the mid-19th century. The book is particularly aimed at the Universalist denomination, but it also appeals to a broader audience seeking spiritual inspiration and connection to divine love. It offers a rich variety of hymns that emphasize themes like praise, repentance, and the philanthropic spirit of Christianity. The opening of this hymnal begins with a preface outlining the intentions of the compilers to create a work that not only respects traditional hymns but also includes new contributions suitable for a progressive understanding of Christianity. The authors express gratitude for the support they received during the compilation process and hope their collection will enhance the worship experience. Furthermore, the introduction includes a structured index of subjects and first lines, indicating a thoughtful organization designed to facilitate worship planning and engagement. The overall aim is to provide a versatile and uplifting resource for both personal devotions and communal worship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
- Credits:
- Produced by Ryan Wheeler, Stephen Hutcheson, Alicia Williams, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
- Notes:
- Reading ease score: 84.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
- Release date is 2007-01-29
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