On the Dedication of a Church Organ
Author: Fanny J. Crosby In this poem, Fanny J. Crosby reflects on the dedication of a church organ and the emotions it evokes. She describes the beauty of the music produced by the organ and how it fills the church with a sense of reverence and awe. The poem also touches on the themes of faith and worship, as the speaker expresses gratitude for the gift of music and the opportunity to praise God through it.
By Fanny J. Crosby · First published 1875 · Genre: Religious, Non-fiction, History · 236 words
First lines
Thou in whose chords the soul of music dwells, Tuned by a master hand, awake, awake, And in these temple walls where thou dost stand, Peal forth thy first glad song of joyful praise To him the great Creator of us all, The Mighty Lord, the Universal King.
Thou art our offering, unto him alone We dedicate thee on this Sabbath day, And while we listen to thy thrilling tones, Now soft, now swelling with ecstatic bliss, Oh, may our voices blend with one accord, And faith directed may our spirits rise; Beyond the clouds and look within the veil.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Fanny J. Crosby
- Date: 1875 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious, Non-fiction, History, Music
- Length: 236 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Religious — The title suggests the book concerns the dedication of a Church organ, indicating that the book likely covers themes of religion and spirituality.
- Non-fiction — Given the title and author, it's likely that the book is a factual account or discussion of a real-life event, namely the dedication of a Church organ.
- History — If the book narrates the story of a Church organ's dedication, it can also be classified as a genre of history.
- Music — The mention of an organ, which is a musical instrument, in the title, may indicate that the book explores aspects of music or musical history in the context of religious ceremonies.
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Church music · Organ dedication · Hymnody · Sacred music · Religious poetry · Congregational singing · Worship songs · Praise and worship · Christian hymns · Gospel music · Spiritual songs · Religious texts