Hymns of the Early Church / being translations from the poetry of the Latin church, arranged in the order of the Christian year

Name: Hymns of the Early Church / being translations from the poetry of the Latin church, arranged in the order of the Christian year
Author: John Brownlie

By John Brownlie

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This collection presents English translations of Latin hymnody from the early Western Church, arranged in the order of the Christian year for Sundays and weekdays, with sections for Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, Passion, Easter, Ascension, Whitsuntide, Trinity, All Saints, Communion, death and judgment, and heavenly praise. The translator preserves original metres where possible, selects doctrinally acceptable texts, and provides a historical introduction and biographical notes on authors and sources. Intended for devotional use, the volume aims to convey the spirit and ideas of the Latin originals rather than literal word-for-word renderings.

About the Author

John Brownlie

John Brownlie was a Scottish poet and translator, recognized for his contributions to the field of hymnody and religious literature. His works often reflect a deep engagement with the traditions of the Eastern and Western Christian churches. Notable among his publications are "Hymns from the East," which presents translations and adaptations from Eastern liturgical texts, and "Hymns of the Early Church," where he translates Latin poetry into English, arranged according to the Christian liturgical calendar. Brownlie's translations are characterized by their lyrical quality and fidelity to the original texts, making them significant for both scholarly study and devotional use.