
Divine Songs
Preface
Song 1. A General Song of Praise to God.
Song 2. Praise for Creation and Providence.
Song 3. Praise to God for our Redemption.
Song 4. Praise for Mercies Spiritual and Temporal.
Song 5. Praise for Birth and Education in a Christian Land.
Song 6. Praise for the Gospel.
Song 7. The Excellency of the Bible.
Song 8. Praise to God for learning to read.
A modest yet heartfelt collection of devotional verses, this work invites young listeners into the simple language of early‑century worship. Written for the daughters of a respected London family, the poems celebrate gratitude, kindness, and the joy of learning God’s truths through rhyme that a child can both understand and recite. The author’s gentle tone reflects a deep personal gratitude toward the family who cared for him, turning his own recovery into a source of spiritual encouragement.
Beyond the tender dedications, the book offers a window into 18th‑century religious education, where hymns served both as moral instruction and as a means of shaping character. Listeners will hear earnest prayers, vivid images of divine praise, and modest reflections on duty and virtue, all rendered in a clear, sing‑song cadence that makes the timeless messages feel fresh and approachable. This modest volume remains a quiet testament to the power of simple, heartfelt worship.
Language
en
Duration
~44 minutes (43K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-09-11
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1674–1748
Remembered as the father of English hymnody, this gifted minister and poet helped change congregational singing in the English-speaking world. His hymns, including "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" and "Our God, Our Help in Ages Past," have endured for centuries.
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