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LoC No.: 49025357
Title: Handbook to the Mennonite Hymnary
Note: Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary: "Handbook to The Mennonite Hymnary" by Lester Hostetler is a detailed companion volume written in the mid-20th century. This publication serves to elucidate the origins of the words and music of the hymns found within the Mennonite Hymnary, aiming to enhance the understanding and appreciation of these spiritual songs. The handbook is dedicated to all who cherish the church's hymns and wish to sing them with spiritual depth and comprehension. The opening of the book introduces its purpose and significance, highlighting the commitment to enriching congregational singing. Hostetler expresses gratitude to various contributors who supported his research and acknowledges the collaborative nature of hymnology. The initial sections explain the history, structure, and themes of hymns as well as the guidance for both private and public worship settings. Readers are informed of the book's organization, which includes sections on worship themes, biblical content, musical accompaniment, and practical applications for family devotions and church services, indicating a comprehensive approach to preserving and promoting Mennonite hymnic tradition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hostetler, Lester, 1892-
EBook No.: 54966
Published: Jun 24, 2017
Downloads: 277
Language: English
Subject: Hymns, English -- History and criticism
Subject: Mennonites -- Hymns -- History and criticism
LoCC: Music: Literature of music
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 49025357
Title: Handbook to the Mennonite Hymnary
Note: Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, Dave Morgan and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Handbook to The Mennonite Hymnary" by Lester Hostetler is a detailed companion volume written in the mid-20th century. This publication serves to elucidate the origins of the words and music of the hymns found within the Mennonite Hymnary, aiming to enhance the understanding and appreciation of these spiritual songs. The handbook is dedicated to all who cherish the church's hymns and wish to sing them with spiritual depth and comprehension. The opening of the book introduces its purpose and significance, highlighting the commitment to enriching congregational singing. Hostetler expresses gratitude to various contributors who supported his research and acknowledges the collaborative nature of hymnology. The initial sections explain the history, structure, and themes of hymns as well as the guidance for both private and public worship settings. Readers are informed of the book's organization, which includes sections on worship themes, biblical content, musical accompaniment, and practical applications for family devotions and church services, indicating a comprehensive approach to preserving and promoting Mennonite hymnic tradition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hostetler, Lester, 1892-
EBook No.: 54966
Published: Jun 24, 2017
Downloads: 277
Language: English
Subject: Hymns, English -- History and criticism
Subject: Mennonites -- Hymns -- History and criticism
LoCC: Music: Literature of music
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.