The Story of the Hymns

<p><i>The Story of the Hymns: Or Hymns That Have a History</i> by Hezekiah Butterworth explores the origins and personal stories behind some of the most enduring hymns of Christian faith. First published in 1875 this book delves into the historical context and the individual religious experiences that inspired these powerful songs. </p><p>Butterworth recounts the lives and circumstances of hymn writers providing a unique glimpse into the moments of inspiration and the profound faith that led to the creation of these beloved works. Readers will discover the narratives behind hymns that have resonated through generations offering a deeper appreciation for their spiritual and historical significance. </p><p>This volume serves as both a historical account and a testament to the enduring power of hymns in shaping personal and collective religious expression. It remains a valuable resource for those interested in the intersection of music faith and history.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>