The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Hymns

The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints Hymns

This article is about LDS Church hymns in general, for the book, see Hymns of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (1985 book)

Latter-day Saint hymns come from many sources and there have been numerous hymn books printed within the Latter Day Saint movement since its inception in 1830. The singing of hymns has always been an important part of the history and worship in the Latter Day Saint movement, including its largest component, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). This article specifically addresses hymns of the LDS Church.

Read more about The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints Hymns:  Historical Overview, 1835 Hymnal, Nauvoo Hymnal, Manchester Hymnal, 1844 Hymnal, The Latter-day Saints’ Psalmody, 1908 Songs of Zion, 1909 Deseret Sunday School Songs, 1927 Hymnal, 1948–1950 Hymnals, 1985 Hymnal, List of LDS Hymnals Published, 1835–1985, Contemporary Hymns

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