National Baptist Hymn Book-The
Worded Edition
Originally published in 1920, this classic has been a standard in
Baptist churches for many years.
"The National
Baptist Publishing Board began publication of hymns, tunes and songbooks as early as 1897
...Pastors, deacons, prayer meeting leaders and other church members continued to
call for a Baptist Hymn Book of the old style pocket edition, as each member desired to
have his or her own pocket hymn book, and select and sing the old meter songs of his or
her choice.
The publishing Board has not attempted to publish the
National
Baptist Hymn Book as a new collection of songs, but felt that in attempting to
respond this call precludes the attempt of offering any new songs whatsoever, but to
select from among the old the dear to the peoples heart.
We therefore send forth the pocket edition of the National Baptist Hymn book with the
earnest hope that it will meet the long felt want among Baptist Churches and religious
worshipers."
Hoping that every Baptist will give this book a hearty endorsement, and that the pastor
will co-operate with the board in bringing it before their congregation, thereby giving it
the circulation that the National Baptist Hymn Book has received throughout America, Asia,
Africa and the Islands of the Sea."
