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Aug 22, 2020 · Franklin E. Belden was the most prolific writer of hymn tunes, gospel songs, and related texts in the early years of the Seventh-day Adventist church, and was prominent in various facets of the church’s publishing work. 1. “Sweet Singer of Israel”
Franklin Edson (April 5, 1832 – September 24, 1904) was an American merchant who served as the 85th Mayor of New York from 1883 to 1884. [1] Early life. Edson was born in Chester, Vermont on April 5, 1832, where his father had a farm. [2] . A descendant of the Puritans, he was the son of Soviah ( née Wilson) Edson and Opher Edson. [3]
Franklin Edson Belden. 1858 - 1945. F. E. Belden was the most prolific writer of hymn tunes, gospel songs, and related texts in the early years of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and was referred to as "the sweet singer of Israel."
Belden, F. E. (Franklin Edson), 1858-1945. Birth Year: 1858. Death Year: 1945. Belden was born in Battle Creek, Michigan in 1858. He began writing music in his late teenage years after moving to California with his family. For health reasons he later moved to Colorado.
Franklin Edson Belden (March 21, 1858 – December 22, 1945) Source: Adventist Heritage Vol. 15, No. 3 Winter 1993 Edition. Franklin Edison Belden comes from a lineage of people who had a very active part in the advent movement.
Born: March 21, 1858, Battle Creek, Michigan. Died: December 2, 1945. When he was eight years old, Belden’s family moved to California, where he first composed music. Due to breathing problems, Belden later moved to Colorado. He eventually returned to Battle Creek, Michigan, around age 30.
HIGHLIGHTS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS. Known as the most prolific writer of hymn tunes, gospel songs, and related texts in the early years of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and was referred to as “the sweet singer of Israel”.
