Hallelujah, Praise Jehovah
This series on Scripture Allusions in Hymns takes a look at some outstanding hymns based on verses or passages of Scripture, and the aspects of greatness they display. For a…
Read moreThis series on Scripture Allusions in Hymns takes a look at some outstanding hymns based on verses or passages of Scripture, and the aspects of greatness they display. For a…
Read moreIt’s Christmas Eve, and you find, that after all your planning and preparations, there are still three things you need for tomorrow—things that demand a trip to the store on…
Read moreWhen I say, “hymns for children,” which ones come to your mind? “Jesus Loves Me, This I Know,” was the first that popped into my head. I don’t believe that I’ve…
Read moreMerry Christmas! Until a few weeks ago, it didn’t really occur to me to think whether a Christmas hymn was great. It didn’t occur to me to question whether…
Read moreIt might sound a bit like treason to begin analyzing old favourites in the way of Christmas hymns. A little bit like picking to pieces that childhood favourite “Lullaby and…
Read moreClose your eyes for a moment. Alright, open them again so you can read this post. But imagine yourself closing your eyes. Picture a crisp, snowy night, with stars shining…
Read moreA website dedicated to good and great literature would not be complete without also covering good and great hymns. Hymns are one of the greatest legacies that we have received…
Read moreThere is another class of hymns, which I plan to feature in more depth later, which is based upon allusions to Scripture passages, usually making a direct application to our…
Read moreHave you ever wished that you could find a hymnal which contained all the hymns you love? Personally, I use two hymn books and two more psalm books, and am still continually…
Read moreI mentioned in my introduction to the Poet’s Corner, that it can be very rewarding and encouraging to read great poetry which is dedicated to praise and worship. The…
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