DEUTSCHE PSALMENDICHTUNG VOM 16 BIS ZUM 20 JAHRHUNDERT UND FORSCHUNGEN ZUR SPRACHE 8230 VOLKER NF 95 DEUTSCHE EDITION The book "Deutsche Psalmendichtung vom 16 bis zum 20 Jahrhundert: Untersuchungen zur Geschichte einer lyrischen Gattung" by Volker NF 95 is an in-depth study of the development of German hymns from the 16th to the 20th century, providing insights into the history of this literary genre and its significance in shaping the German language and culture. The book is divided into three main sections: the first section explores the historical context of German hymns, the second section examines the evolution of the genre over time, and the third section discusses the impact of hymns on the German language and society. Historical Context of German Hymns - The book begins with a detailed analysis of the historical context of German hymns, tracing their origins back to the Reformation period in the 16th century. During this time, the Protestant Church rejected the traditional Catholic liturgy and created new forms of worship, including hymns, which were meant to be accessible to the common people.

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