The word “hymn" comes from the Greek word “hymnos” which means “a song of praise”. Originally these would have been written in honour of the Gods. Hymnody (the singing or composition of ...

This hymn was written by the English writer, Jan Struther and first published in Songs of Praise in 1931. It has become particularly popular as a hymn to be used at both wedding and funeral ...

The Greek hymnos refers to a song of praise similar to the ode, and in the Christian tradition in the Middle Ages, these are predominantly in Latin. Vernacular hymns arise early in the Reformation and ...

This hymn of praise can be traced back to the first centuries of Christendom. During the Middle Ages it was ascribed to Saints Ambrose and Augustine. It has also been attributed to bishop Nicetas ...

Katherine Jenkins explores The Royal Hospital Chelsea and introduces much-loved hymns as her fellow presenters and The Archbishop of Canterbury choose their favourites. ABC iview Home Watch all your ...

The country's top 10 hymns were revealed in a Songs of Praise special hosted by singer Aled Jones (right) Jerusalem has been voted the UK's favourite hymn, in a vote held by BBC One's Songs of Praise.

These hymns continue to inspire and uplift during ... The shared act of worship through carols strengthens bonds, encouraging collective praise and celebration. In recent times, caroling has ...