Thomas Sternhold
Thomas Sternhold (* around 1500 in Gloucestershire , † 1549 ibid) was an English writer .
Sternhold's English rendition of the Psalms , published shortly before his death, was very popular. It influenced the development of the hymns . Sternhold served at the court of King Henry VIII of England and was a member of parliament.
literature
- Thomas Sternhold: The Book of Psalmes. Vintage Archives (August 1999) ISBN 1583290052
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SURNAME | Sternhold, Thomas |
BRIEF DESCRIPTION | English writer |
DATE OF BIRTH | around 1500 |
PLACE OF BIRTH | Gloucestershire |
DATE OF DEATH | 1549 |
Place of death | Gloucestershire |