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100 1 _aHostetler, Lester,
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245 1 0 _aHandbook to the Mennonite Hymnary
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2017
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2017-06-24
508 _aProduced by Stephen Hutcheson, Dave Morgan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aHymns, English -- History and criticism
653 _aMennonites -- Hymns -- History and criticism
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54966
999 _c95798
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