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

DeWitt Clinton Huntington

1 hymn 677 views
DeWitt Clinton Huntington (1830–1912) was an American Methodist Episcopal minister, educator, and author whose life reflected dedication to pastoral service, …
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Didrik Petri

Didrik Petri

1 hymn 612 views
Didrik Petri (circa 1560–circa 1617) was a hymnwriter active during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Although detailed biographical …
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Dietrich Bonhoeffer

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 …
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Don and Jaree Hall

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 …
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Donald Hughes

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 …
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Donald P. Hustad

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 …
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Donna Adkins

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 …
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Dora Greenwell

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 …
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Doris Akers

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. …
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Dorothy F. Gurney

Dorothy F. Gurney

1 hymn 2653 views
Dorothy Frances Gurney (1858–1932), née Blomfield, was an English hymn writer best known for her enduring hymn O Perfect Love, …
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Duke of Argyll

Duke of Argyll

1 hymn 1558 views
John Douglas Sutherland Campbell, Duke of Argyll (1845–1914), was a Scottish nobleman, politician, writer, and hymn translator. Born in London …
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Dustin Kensrue

Dustin Kensrue

1 hymn 4463 views
Dustin Michael Kensrue (born November 18, 1980) is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and hymn writer who has made his …
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