William Billings Quotes


When Jesus wept, the falling tear
in mercy flowed beyond all bound;
when Jesus groaned, a trembling fear
seized all the guilty world around.


Citations

Billings, William. The New-England Psalm-Singer: or, American Chorister. Edes and Gill, 1770.

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William Billings
William Billings
  • Born: October 7, 1746
  • Died: September 26, 1800
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Composer

William Billings is regarded as the first American choral composer, and leading member of the First New England School.