Publisher's Synopsis
Hymns And Sacred Poems (1742) is a collection of religious hymns and poems written by John Wesley, an English theologian and co-founder of the Methodist movement. The book is divided into several sections, each containing hymns and poems on different themes such as love, repentance, faith, and salvation. The lyrics are based on biblical teachings and are intended to be used in worship services and personal devotionals. Many of the hymns have become popular in Christian churches and are still sung today, including ""Christ the Lord Is Risen Today"" and ""Love Divine, All Loves Excelling."" The book also includes a preface by Wesley, in which he explains his reasons for compiling the collection and his hope that it will inspire readers to a deeper devotion to God. Overall, Hymns And Sacred Poems (1742) is a significant work in the history of Christian hymnody and a testament to Wesley's enduring influence on the Christian faith.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
