composite; primarily based on Evangelical Lutheran Hymnal translation tradition
1941– · USA · Modern
Translator
This translator represents a composite of contributions made within the Evangelical Lutheran Hymnal translation tradition beginning in 1941. Working within the Lutheran theological and musical heritage, this translator participated in the significant work of rendering hymns into English for American Lutheran congregations. The translation work contributed to the accessibility of the Lutheran hymnic tradition for English-speaking worshippers during the mid-20th century. As part of a broader translation tradition rather than an individual, this entity reflects the collaborative nature of hymnal compilation and the institutional effort to preserve and adapt Lutheran hymnody for contemporary use.
Hymn Texts (15)
- Sanctus
- Creator of the Stars of Night
- Thee God We Praise Thy Name We Bless
- O Christ Our Light O Radiance True
- Lo How a Rose is Growing
- Whoever Would Be Saved
- To You Before the Close of Day
- Give Me Jesus
- Let Us Break Bread Together on Our Knees
- I Am a Poor Wayfaring Stranger
- Where Charity and Love Prevail
- Alabare
- Hallelujah! We Sing Your Praises
- Praise Praise Praise the Lord
- He Came Down