Walter Chalmers Smith

1824–1908

Lyricist

Scottish Free Church minister and prolific hymn writer known for his poetic quality and theological insight. Smith is best remembered for the hymn "Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise," one of the most enduring texts in Christian hymnody, and contributed significantly to Scottish Presbyterian worship.

Lyrics written · 4 hymns

21 Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise 414 Fruitful Trees the Spirit's Sowing 678 God Be in My Head 679 God Be in My Head