Hymns of the Greek Church: Translated, With Introduction and Notes

by John Brownlie

This book provides a collection of 47 hymns of the Greek Church, translated with an introduction by the skilled lyricist John Brownlie. The translations are a combination of pieces from service books and others originally composed in classical measures by the most prestigious Christian poets of the time. This work is particularly valuable given the historical neglect of these particular hymns, despite their significant beauty and theological depth. Brownlie's collection includes hymns for a wide range of services within the Greek Church, as well as those for more general use. The author's thoughtful exploration of the history and characteristics of Greek hymnody enriches the reading experience, shedding light on the substantial contribution these writings have made to the Christian tradition.

130 pages, Paperback

First published October 4, 2009

Reviews

[David Shilling]

Beautiful hymns

The hymns flow like water running into small pool of water.
This book is great heritage of the Greek people and to other
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