A Collection of Sacred Hymns for the Church of the Latter-day Saints [Hardcover] Emma Smith

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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 Emma Smith’s “A Collection of Sacred Hymns for the Church of the Latter-day Saints” is a rare glimpse into the early days of the Latter-day Saint movement. Published in 1835, it was a crucial resource for the fledgling religious community, providing them with a means to express their faith through song. Many hymns were adapted from existing Protestant traditions, while others were original compositions by early church members. Despite its age and potential wear, this book offers a tangible connection to the pioneers of the Latter-day Saint faith and their efforts to establish a distinct religious identity.

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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.

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