Paul Gerhardt (German theologian and poet)
- Paul Gerhard
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- Gerhardt, Paul
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- Person
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- Date of birth
- 1607-03-12
- Place of birth
- Gräfenhainichen
- Date of death
- 1676-05-27
- Place of death
- Lübben
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Paulus or Paul Gerhardt (12 March 1607 – 27 May 1676) was a German theologian, Lutheran pastor and hymnodist, considered Germany's greatest hymn writer. His songs and hymns were published in contemporary hymnals such as Praxis pietatis melica, and are still part pf modern hymnals. Hymn stanzas by him feature prominently in Bach's Passions and the Christmas Oratorio.
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Paul Gerhardt was a German theologian, Lutheran minister and hymnodist.Last modified: 2020-08-16 (revision #21856)
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