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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—Joseph Mohr, 1792–1848 English Translation—John F. Young, 1820–1885 Composer—Franz Gruber 1787–1863 Tune Name—“Stille Nacht” Meter—Irregular For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:11 Joseph Mohr was born in the lovely city of Salzburg, Austria, in 1792. As a boy he was an active chorister in the Cathedral of Salzburg. In 1815 Mohr was ordained to the priesthood of the Roman Catholic Church. Following his ordination,