John Ellerton

1826–1893

Lyricist

English Anglican clergyman and prolific hymn writer who produced over 80 original hymns and numerous translations. He was deeply involved in the compilation of the Appendix to Hymns Ancient and Modern and significantly shaped Victorian Anglican hymnody.

Lyrics written · 3 hymns

4 Praise My Soul the King of Heaven 20 O Praise Ye the Lord 325 Jesus, I My Cross Have Taken