Living Wellsprings

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Living Wellsprings brings together a rich collection of hymns, songs, and poems by the Danish poet-pastor N. F. S. Grundtvig, presented in fresh English translations. This volume celebrates the work of a key figure in Danish culture and history.

A comprehensive anthology of Grundtvig’s poetic legacy, highlighting his influence on Danish identity through hymnody and verse.

The title Living Wellsprings draws inspiration from Psalm 87:7, where God declares, "All my Living Wellsprings are in you." This fitting phrase introduces the poetic works of N. F. S. Grundtvig (1783-1872), who contributed over a third of the hymns found in today’s Danish Hymnbook, through his roles as poet, adapter, and translator.

This volume features a broad selection of Grundtvig’s most beloved hymns and songs, alongside many of his shorter poems-162 pieces in total-all newly translated into English. It is the first thorough collection of poetry from one of Denmark’s foremost nation-builders, who saw Danish history, language, and song as essential pillars for the state, church, and school.

Published by the Grundtvig Study Centre at Aarhus University, this book is the second installment in their project to digitize and translate Grundtvig’s extensive works into English. The first volume, The School for Life, focuses on his key educational writings. Upcoming volumes will explore his philosophy, politics, and theology.

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