hymns
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The holy scripture contains the hymns and teachings of the Sikh Gurus, along with compositions by saint-poets from different spiritual traditions.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
On a typical day, an American family would be more likely to entertain itself at home by singing traditional folk songs like “Barbara Allen,” patriotic songs such as “Yankee Doodle” or hymns like “Amazing Grace.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 15, 2026
Christian priests recited prayers and hymns were sung, before the body was taken for cremation.
From BBC ● Jan. 26, 2026
Protesters, some wearing clerical stoles draped over their shoulders, knelt while singing hymns and reciting the Lord’s Prayer in frigid conditions before being handcuffed and led away, video showed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 23, 2026
At last, when the eulogist finished eulogizing, the preacher finished preaching, and the organist finished playing heavenly hymns, the preacher asked if anyone would like to say a few words.
From "Clayton Byrd Goes Underground" by Rita Williams-Garcia
