Unknown (Ancient Church)
This doxology emerged from the early Christian Church through collective liturgical development rather than individual authorship, reflecting the theological consensus of the patristic period. The text embodies the Trinitarian theology that became central to Christian worship, particularly emphasizing the coequal glory of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Originating within the Byzantine and Western liturgical traditions, this doxology became universally adopted across Christian denominations by the medieval period. Its authorship is characteristic of many foundational liturgical texts that evolved through communal use and theological refinement across generations of church fathers. The doxology's enduring significance lies in its role as a crystallization of early Christian doctrinal consensus regarding the nature of the Trinity in sung worship.