Description
Hymns and Their Writers - Jack Strahan
UPC Code: ISBN 0 948417 55 2
Product Features
- Author: Jack Strahan, known both for his medical career as a surgeon and his extensive Christian ministry
- Publisher: Gospel Tract Publications
- Format: Paperback
- Pages: Not specified
- ISBN: 0 948417 55 2
- Price: Not provided
- Location: Co. Fermanagh, Ireland
Overview
Hymns and Their Writers by Jack Strahan is a unique and inspirational collection of fifty stories about the beloved hymns of the Christian faith and the writers behind them. Strahan’s careful research and passionate pursuit of the history of these hymns make this book a treasure for believers who cherish hymnody as an essential part of worship.
Drawing from his travels and in-depth research, Strahan provides personal insights into the lives and motivations of these hymn writers. His approach is not merely academic but deeply personal, as he traces the historical and spiritual significance of each hymn. Each story offers a window into the hearts of the composers and lyricists whose works have uplifted the faith of countless generations.
Jack Strahan’s background as a surgeon and Christian minister, as well as his travels to visit the birthplaces and burial places of many of the hymnodists, add authenticity and depth to the work. His own hymn, “Galilee,” composed on the shores of the Sea of Galilee, also highlights his personal involvement in the subject matter. Strahan's devotion to these hymns comes through in every carefully crafted story.
Interesting Facts
- Jack Strahan is well-known in County Fermanagh, Ireland, for his dual career as a surgeon at Erne Hospital and his ministry in Christian circles.
- Strahan's own hymn, Galilee, was inspired during his many visits to Israel, reflecting the deep spiritual connection he felt to the places where Jesus once walked.
- He traveled extensively to explore the origins of the hymns and their writers, visiting places like London, Dublin, and Bournemouth to gain deeper insight.
- Strahan collaborated with fellow Christian Jim Flanigan during his visits to Israel, a relationship that also influenced the creation of this book.
- Hymns and Their Writers is a labor of love, the result of years of dedicated research and travel to preserve the stories behind some of Christianity’s most cherished hymns.
Publishers
- Publisher: Gospel Tract Publications, a publisher known for its focus on Christian literature and hymnology.
