Hymn Writers Biographies
Discover the lives, stories, and spiritual journeys of the authors behind classic hymns and worship songs.
523 writers
523 authors added
1,249 hymns indexed by authors
Top 3:
Bill & Gloria Gaither,
Anonymous,
Traditional English Hymns
J. W. Ferrill
1 hymn
2127 views
J. W. Ferrill (1879–1975) was a prolific American gospel songwriter and music compiler whose career spanned the transition from the …
J. Wilbur Chapman
2 hymns
4997 views
J. Wilbur Chapman (1859–1918) was one of the most influential Presbyterian evangelists and administrative leaders of the late 19th and …
Jack Copley Winslow
1 hymn
762 views
Jack Copley Winslow (1882–1974) was a distinguished Anglican priest, missionary, and author who played a significant role in fostering cross-cultural …
Jack P. Scholfield
1 hymn
1476 views
Jack P. Scholfield (1882–1972) was a prolific American gospel songwriter, composer, and music publisher who was a significant force in …
Jame M. Joseph
1 hymn
313 views
Jane Marion Joseph (1894–1929) was an English composer, arranger, and music educator who, despite her short life, left a significant …
James A. Crutchfield
1 hymn
1340 views
James Allen Crutchfield was an American poet and songwriter active at the turn of the 20th century. While his personal …
James Allen
1 hymn
1830 views
James Allen (1734–1804) was an influential 18th-century English hymn writer and lay minister whose spiritual journey reflects the diverse landscape …
James Arnold Blaisdell
1 hymn
424 views
James Arnold Blaisdell (1867–1957) was a visionary educator, Congregational minister, and the primary architect of the "Claremont Colleges" model in …
James C. Moore
1 hymn
2218 views
James Cleveland (J. C.) Moore (1888–1962) was an exceptionally prolific American gospel songwriter and clergyman whose work helped define the …
James Chadwick
1 hymn
3292 views
James Chadwick (1813–1882) was a distinguished Irish-born Roman Catholic prelate and educator who left an indelible mark on both the …
James D. Vaughan
1 hymn
564 views
James David (J. D.) Vaughan (1864–1941) was a towering figure in the history of American music, widely regarded as the …
James Edmeston
1 hymn
1051 views
James Edmeston (1791–1867) was a prominent English architect, surveyor, and incredibly prolific hymn writer of the 19th century. Born into …