The German Hymn in English Translation

Authors

Walter G. Tillmanns, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis

Publication Date

11-1-1954

Document Type

Article

Keywords

german hymns, lutheran, english, hymnals, heritage, iowa synod, luther

Submission Type

Bible Study; Lecture; Sermon Prep

Abstract

The German hymn is one of the most precious treasures of the Lutheran Church. Ever since 1523, when Martin Luther and his co-workers began to write "German Psalms" for the congregation, the hymn and spiritual song has taken its place in the congregational life; next to the preaching of the Word and the teaching of the Catechism, there is nothing so dear to the Lutheran as the rich heritage of the "singing church."

Disciplines

Liturgy and Worship

Submission Cost

Free

Submission Audience

Laity; Ministers; Scholars

Recommended Citation

Tillmanns, Walter G. (1954) "The German Hymn in English Translation," Concordia Theological Monthly: Vol. 25, Article 64.
Available at: https://scholar.csl.edu/ctm/vol25/iss1/64