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This is an inspiring collection of the stories behind your favorite hymns. The exciting events that motivated these hymns are brought to life in inspiring detail. Some of the well-known hymns included are: "A Mighty Fortress," "Fairest Lord Jesus," "How Great Thou Art," "Jesus Loves Me," "Silent Night," and "Amazing Grace."

Author—Source unknown, c. 1757 Composer—Felice de Giardini, 1716–1796 Tune Name—“Italian Hymn” Meter—664.6664 Lift up your heads, O ye gates; even lift them up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in. Who is this King of glory? The Lord of Hosts, He is the King of Glory. Psalm 24:9, 10 This is one of our most popular “opening” hymns, yet little is known of its background. It appeared anonymously in London, England, about 1757 to commemorate Trinity Sunday.
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