Timothy Dudley-Smith
1926– · England · Modern
Timothy Dudley-Smith (b. 1926) is a distinguished English Anglican clergyman and prolific modern hymn writer who has made significant contributions to contemporary Christian hymnody. He served as Bishop of Salisbury and has authored numerous hymns characterized by their theological depth, poetic craftsmanship, and accessibility to modern congregations. His works represent a bridge between traditional Anglican hymn-writing and modern sensibilities, maintaining strong scriptural foundations while employing contemporary language and musical forms. Dudley-Smith's hymns have been widely adopted in Anglican churches and beyond, influencing hymnal compilations throughout the English-speaking world. His legacy in hymnody reflects the vitality of 20th-century Anglican church music and the continuing relevance of well-crafted liturgical poetry.
Hymn Texts (20)
- Tell Out, My Soul, the Greatness of the Lord
- Christ be My Leader
- Eternal Spirit of the Living Christ
- Father, God of Grace, You Knew Us
- For Perfect Love So Freely Spent
- Holy Spirit, Ever Dwelling
- If Then You Have Been Raised with Christ
- Jesus on the Mountain Peak
- Look Toward the Mountain of the Lord
- Lord, as the Day Begins
- Not for Tongues of Heaven's Angels
- O Son of God, in Galilee
- Saints, See the Cloud of Witnesses
- The Saints in Christ Are One in Every Place
- What Hope! An Eden Prophesied
- What Joy to Join the Chorus
- Within the Father's House
- In Holy Conversation
- Song of Hannah
- Christ, the Sure and Steady Anchor