Hymn Writers Biographies
Discover the lives, stories, and spiritual journeys of the authors behind classic hymns and worship songs.
872 writers
872 authors added
1,740 hymns indexed by authors
Top 3:
Bill & Gloria Gaither,
Anonymous,
Traditional English Hymns
DeWitt Clinton Huntington
1 hymn
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DeWitt Clinton Huntington (1830–1912) was an American Methodist Episcopal minister, educator, and author whose life reflected dedication to pastoral service, …
Didrik Petri
1 hymn
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Didrik Petri (circa 1560–circa 1617) was a hymnwriter active during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Although detailed biographical …
Dietrich Bonhoeffer
1 hymn
686 views
Dietrich Bonhoeffer (1906–1945) was a German theologian, pastor, and hymnwriter whose life and writings continue to influence Christian thought and …
Don and Jaree Hall
1 hymn
737 views
Don and Jaree Hall are contemporary Christian songwriters and musicians who have made a significant impact on modern sacred music …
Donald Hughes
1 hymn
804 views
Donald Wynn Hughes (1911–1967) was an American hymnwriter whose contributions reflect a devotional commitment to praising God and guiding congregational …
Donald P. Hustad
1 hymn
997 views
Donald P. Hustad (1918–2013), widely known as Don Hustad, was a prominent figure in twentieth-century church music, renowned for his …
Donna Adkins
1 hymn
1128 views
Donna Whobrey Adkins (born 1940) is an American singer, composer, and hymnwriter whose ministry has spanned several decades. Born in …
Dora Greenwell
1 hymn
1447 views
Dorothy Greenwell, widely known as Dora Greenwell (1821–1882), was an English poet and hymnwriter whose works reflect deep spiritual insight …
Doris Akers
1 hymn
4528 views
Doris Mae Akers (1923–1995), known as “Miss Gospel Music,” was a pioneering American gospel composer, arranger, choir director, and performer. …
Dorothy F. Gurney
1 hymn
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Dorothy Frances Gurney (1858–1932), née Blomfield, was an English hymn writer best known for her enduring hymn O Perfect Love, …
Duke of Argyll
1 hymn
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John Douglas Sutherland Campbell, Duke of Argyll (1845–1914), was a Scottish nobleman, politician, writer, and hymn translator. Born in London …
Dustin Kensrue
1 hymn
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Dustin Michael Kensrue (born November 18, 1980) is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and hymn writer who has made his …