From time immemorial music has been one of the invariable parts of the human soul where he can find solace in despair, joy in ecstasy. This very saga of music through separate dimensions have been expressed in various countries and cultures. For instance, India, the ancient bed of Vedic civilization does possess an ancient treasure of the classical form of music, the earliest specimen of which had been the Sanskrit hymns. In the same way music had also cast its spell in the European mainland and especially in Christianity, by the means of the church songs. Truly speaking this single creation or compilation has not only enriched the Christian tradition but also made it proud. For which there is the presence of a number of great creations, in respect of both music and words.
Now, since there always exists a tension between the "established" church and the old hymnbooks, you can certainly practice on your own, may be in the morning. If you are intending to learn be bold and always have an uncompromising attitude. Make it a point to sing a song on every morning. Within few days it will be a habit of yours and then you will realize how sacred and serene a morning can be! Now comes the tough question. Which one should you select since there are so many? Well you can certainly take up something like this that will provide you an ecstasy of both music and words. They are,
1. Jesus and shall it ever be, a mortal man ashamed of Thee?
Ashamed of Thee Whom angels praise, Whose glories shine through endless days?
2. Ashamed of Jesus! sooner far let evening blush to own a star;
He sheds the beams of light divine o'er this benighted soul of mine.
3. Ashamed of Jesus! that dear Friend on Whom my hopes of heaven depend!
No; when I blush, be this my shame, that I no more revere His Name.
Now, since there always exists a tension between the "established" church and the old hymnbooks, you can certainly practice on your own, may be in the morning. If you are intending to learn be bold and always have an uncompromising attitude. Make it a point to sing a song on every morning. Within few days it will be a habit of yours and then you will realize how sacred and serene a morning can be! Now comes the tough question. Which one should you select since there are so many? Well you can certainly take up something like this that will provide you an ecstasy of both music and words. They are,
1. Jesus and shall it ever be, a mortal man ashamed of Thee?
Ashamed of Thee Whom angels praise, Whose glories shine through endless days?
2. Ashamed of Jesus! sooner far let evening blush to own a star;
He sheds the beams of light divine o'er this benighted soul of mine.
3. Ashamed of Jesus! that dear Friend on Whom my hopes of heaven depend!
No; when I blush, be this my shame, that I no more revere His Name.
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