Arland Hultgren
1934– · USA · Modern
Arland Hultgren is a Lutheran pastor and professor emeritus of New Testament at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota, born in 1934. He has made significant contributions to modern Lutheran hymnody through numerous original hymn texts and translations that reflect contemporary theological scholarship and pastoral sensitivity. His work bridges academic biblical study with congregational worship, bringing rigorous exegetical insight to hymnic expression. Hultgren's hymns and translations have been widely adopted in Lutheran and ecumenical worship settings, strengthening the connection between scholarly biblical interpretation and popular devotional practice. His contributions represent an important development in late 20th-century American Lutheran hymnody.