[Hymns] Famous hymns and sacred songs. Recommended hymns and sacred songs.

Hymnal, Second Volume, No. 184: “God Gave His Only Son”Mitani Taneyoshi

Hymn: God Gave His Only Son (GOD’S LOVE) (Taneyoshi Mitani)

This is a revival hymn of Hymn No.

13, “God Is Love.” The lyrics were written by Japan’s first music evangelist, Tanekichi Mitani, and, drawing from the Gospel according to John in the New Testament, sing of God’s love—declaring that God is love—shown in giving even His one and only, irreplaceable Son.

Hymn No. 370 “Awake, O My Soul”Philip Doddridge

Hymn No. 370 “Awake, O My Soul”

“Awake, my soul” is the oldest morning hymn among English hymns and one of the four great English hymns.

The original author was Bishop Thomas Ken, a 17th-century English poet.

He composed it while serving as a special fellow at Winchester College for the religious instruction of the students there, and it later came to be used in worship.

Hymn No. 194: “Filled with Glory”John Newton

Hymn 194 “Filled with Glory” Hymn: German National Anthem

This is a hymn that uses the melody of “Gott erhalte Franz den Kaiser,” composed by the Austrian musician Joseph Haydn, who was active in the 18th century.

Haydn dedicated this piece in 1797 for the birthday of Holy Roman Emperor Francis II, and it later became the official national anthem of the Austrian Empire established in 1804.

The lyrics of “Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken” were written by the English minister John Newton, famed as the lyricist of “Amazing Grace,” and it is a classic English hymn praising the church.

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The Day Thou Gavest, Lord, Is EndedChoir of King’s College

The Day Thou Gavest, Lord, Is Ended (Arr. Rutter)

“The Day Thou Gavest, Lord, Is Ended,” performed by the Choir of King’s College, founded by King Henry VI, who also established King’s College.

This Christian hymn was written by Reverend John Ellerton and is sung primarily across Europe.

With a message centered on prayer to God and the worldwide fellowship of the Church, it resounds with a grand and beautiful melody.

Its radiant tones evoke hope for a brighter future, and the choir’s clear, pure singing makes it a soothing hymn.

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Hymn II No. 196: “The Savior Is Waiting”Ralph Carmichael

“The Savior Is Waiting” Hymnal II No. 196

This is a hymn whose lyrics were written based on Revelation 3:20 in the Old Testament: “Behold, I stand at the door and knock.

If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.”

Hymnal, Second Volume, No. 195: ‘I Would Not Trade Anything for Christ’Sakushi: Rea Mira / Sakkyoku: Joji Bibari She

A cappella four-part, Hymnal Vol. 2 No. 195: ‘I Would Not Exchange Anything for Christ’ (I’d Rather Have Jesus)

I’d Rather Have Jesus is a signature work by composer George Beverly Shea.

Shea was also a gospel singer who wrote and performed numerous hymns and gospel songs.

This hymn is often sung at Masses and concerts, and in Japan it was translated by Ugo Nakata and included in Seika (Sacred Songs).

Hymn No. 312: “What a Friend We Have in Jesus”Charles Crozat Converse

Hymn No. 312: “What a Friend We Have in Jesus”

This is a beloved hymn by Charles Crozat Converse, who also worked as a lawyer.

The original lyrics are said to have been written by someone who suffered the profound sorrow of losing a fiancée twice.

The warm, enveloping melody—overflowing like a prayer to a friend who shares every burden—soothes the heart.

Composed around 1868, the piece’s composer, Converse, was awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws degree in 1895.

It’s a recommended song to listen to when you want to quietly reflect or drift off to sleep with a sense of peace.