Fanny Crosby

March 24, 1820 – February 12, 1915

Hymn Writer

Blind from infancy, she wrote over 8,000 hymns to God's glory

Biography

American mission worker, poet, lyricist, and composer who wrote over 8,000 hymns and gospel songs. Blind from infancy, she became one of the most prolific hymnists in history.

Faith & Testimony

Despite losing her sight as an infant, Crosby devoted her life to glorifying God through music. She wrote beloved hymns including 'Blessed Assurance,' 'To God Be the Glory,' and 'All the Way My Savior Leads Me.'

Sources

Fanny Crosby — Wikipedia — Biography of the prolific blind hymn writer
Fanny Crosby: An Autobiography — Crosby's own account of her life and faith journey
The Story of Fanny Crosby — Documentaries about her extraordinary life and 8,000+ hymns