John Ellerton

1826–1893

Lyricist

John Ellerton was an English Anglican clergyman and prolific hymn writer who authored over 80 hymn texts of considerable theological depth and literary merit. His hymns, including 'The day thou gavest, Lord, is ended,' remain widely used in Anglican and ecumenical worship.

Lyrics written · 3 hymns

39 Lord, in the Morning 56 The Day Thou Gavest 392 Dear Lord We Come At Set of Sun