Oswald Gerhardt
1629–1680 · Germany · Reformation
Oswald Gerhardt was a prominent German Lutheran hymn writer and theologian of the 17th century, known for his deeply personal and theologically sophisticated spiritual poetry. Serving as a pastor and educator, he contributed significantly to the development of German Protestant hymnody during the post-Reformation period. His hymns are characterized by intimate expressions of faith, doctrinal clarity, and emotional depth that reflected the Lutheran tradition of his era. Gerhardt's works influenced subsequent generations of German hymn writers and remain part of the Lutheran hymnal tradition. His contributions helped establish the German chorale as a vital form of spiritual expression within Protestant worship.
Hymn Texts (30)
- I Come, O Savior, to Thy Table
- Let Us All with Gladsome Voice
- Let the Vineyards Be Fruitful
- Now All the Vault of Heaven Resounds
- Now All the Woods are Sleeping
- All My Heart Again Rejoices
- Come My Soul with All Thy Care
- Come, Your Hearts and Voices Raising
- Commit Whatever Grieves Thee
- Entrust Your Days and Burdens
- Holy Ghost Dispel Our Sadness
- I Come, O Savior, to Your Table
- I Stand Beside Thy Manger Here
- If God My Lord Be for Me
- Jesus Your Boundless Love so True
- Jesus Your Boundless Love to Me
- Jesus, Your Boundless Love to Me
- O Lord How Shall I Meet Thee
- O Lord How Shall I Meet You
- Once He Came in Blessing
- One There Is Above All Others
- Thy Way and All Thy Sorrows
- We Have a Sure Prophetic Word
- Your Days and Ways to God Surrender
- My Spirit on Thy Care
- O Sacred Head Now Wounded
- O Sacred Head Now Wounded
- O Sacred Head, Now Wounded
- Lord, to You I Make Confession
- Dearest Jesus Draw Thou Near Me