Description
Minimal signs of wear. Corners and cover may show wear. May contain highlighting and or writing. May be missing dust jacket. May not include supplemental materials. May be a former library book. If you are buying a box set item, the box may not be included.
This copy of “A Collection of Sacred Hymns for the Church of the Latter-day Saints” is a fascinating artifact from the early days of the Latter-day Saint movement. Compiled by Emma Smith, the wife of the church’s founder Joseph Smith, this hymnal was first published in 1835 in Kirtland, Ohio. It was a crucial resource for the fledgling religious community, providing them with a means to express their faith through song. Many of the hymns were adapted from existing Protestant hymns, while others were original compositions by early church members. The book’s publication was a significant undertaking, as it required setting up a printing press and acquiring the necessary materials, a remarkable feat for a persecuted minority group. Despite its age and potential wear, this copy offers a tangible connection to the pioneers of the Latter-day Saint faith and their efforts to establish a distinct religious identity.
