Hymns, Chiefly Mediaeval: On the Joys and Glories of Paradise (1865)

Hymns, Chiefly Mediaeval: On The Joys And Glories Of Paradise is a book written by J. M. Neale and published in 1865. The book is a collection of hymns that were primarily written during the medieval period, with the theme of the joys and glories of paradise. The book includes hymns from various authors, such as St. Bernard of Clairvaux, St. Thomas Aquinas, and St. Bonaventure. The hymns are translated into English by Neale, who was a noted scholar of medieval hymns and liturgy.The book is divided into sections, each focusing on a different aspect of paradise, such as the beauty of heaven, the joy of the saints, and the glory of Christ. Each section includes a selection of hymns that reflect the theme.The hymns themselves are written in a variety of styles, including plainsong, chant, and metrical hymnody. They are intended to be used in worship services, and many of them have been set to music and are still sung in churches today.Overall, Hymns, Chiefly Mediaeval: On The Joys And Glories Of Paradise is a valuable resource for anyone interested in medieval hymnody and the Christian concept of paradise.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.