Paul Gerhardt
Composer

Paul Gerhardt Net Worth

Paul Gerhardt was a prolific German composer of church hymns, born on March 12, 1607 in Germany. He is best known for his famous compositions such as "O Sacred Head, Now Wounded," "If Jesus Be My Friend," and "O World, See Here Your Life."
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day March 12, 1607
Birth Place Germany
Age 412 YEARS OLD
Died On May 27, 1676 (age 69)
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💰 Net worth: $1.5 Million (2024)

About

Prolific German Composer of church hymns. His most famous compositions include "O Sacred Head, Now Wounded," "If Jesus Be My Friend," and "O World, See Here Your Life."

Before Fame

He studied at the University of Wittenberg and later began a career as a pastor.

Trivia

He attempted to heal the divisions between Lutheran and Reformed clergymen through organizing a series of talks between the two sides, but his efforts were largely unsuccessful.

Family Life

He was married to Anna Maria Barthold.

Associated With

He and Charles Wesley were both important hymn Writers.

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