Praise to the Lord, the Almighty

Lyrics by: Joachim Neander, 1650-1680
Translated by: Catherine Winkworth, 1827-1878

Music from: Stralsund Gesangbuch, 1665
Harmony from: The Chorale Book for England, 1863

Neander, whose name means "new man," spent his short life serving God and became one of the great hymn writers of Germany. The beauty of his native land was an inspiration for his hymns, and creation was a common theme. So oft was Neander found among the hills and valleys that the region was named for him. Read more about Joachim Neander here: melodypublications.com/youtube/praisetothelord/blog

This selection comes from the Psalms and Hymns and Spiritual Songs hymnal by Melody Publications.
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Melody Publications is an organization focused on reawakening the melody of truth in the hearts and minds of believers at home and abroad. Their prayer is that their work would aid churches and families as they sing “Psalms and Hymns and Spiritual Songs” in praise and in worship to our God.

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