Horae Lyricae

Horae Lyricae is a collection of hymns and spiritual songs written by the English poet and hymn writer, Isaac Watts. Originally published in 1706, the book contains 74 hymns, each accompanied by a scriptural passage and a brief meditation. The hymns cover a wide range of themes, including the nature of God, the beauty of creation, the joys and struggles of the Christian life, and the hope of eternal life.Watts was a prolific hymn writer and is considered one of the greatest English-language hymn writers of all time. His hymns are known for their depth of theological insight, poetic beauty, and emotional power. Many of his hymns have become beloved classics and are still sung in churches around the world today.Horae Lyricae is a testament to Watts' skill as a poet and hymn writer, and a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of Christian spirituality. The book is a timeless reminder of the power of music and poetry to inspire and uplift the human spirit.1834. Poems, chiefly of the lyric kind, in three books: Sacred to Devotion and Piety; to Virtue, Honor and Friendship; and to the Memory of the Dead, to which is added a supplement, containing translations of all the Latin poems, with notes. This work is a part of the Sacred Classics: or Cabinet Library of Divinity series, volume IX. Also found in this volume is a monograph on the author, Dr. Isaac Watts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.