John Bowring

1792–1872

Lyricist

English polyglot, diplomat, and prolific hymn writer who authored approximately 680 hymn texts in multiple languages. He is best known for the hymn text 'In the Cross of Christ I Glory' and his efforts to translate and compose hymns accessible to diverse Christian audiences. His work significantly influenced 19th-century English hymnody.

Lyrics written · 4 hymns

161 Throned Upon the Awful Tree 237 In the Cross of Christ I Glory 496 Eternal Love We Have No Good 592 Watchman, Tell Us of the Night