Anna Bartlett Warner
Anna Bartlett Warner was a nineteenth-century American author and poet best known for writing the beloved Christian hymn "Jesus Loves Me".
- Lived
- 1824–1915
- Nationality
- American
- Era
- Victorian
- Language
- English
- Notable works
- Jesus Loves Me
Anna Bartlett Warner was an American writer and poet who lived and worked during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. She dedicated much of her literary career to writing books, poems, and religious songs specifically intended for children, contributing significantly to the landscape of American Christian literature. Her writings often focused on faith, duty, and spiritual education, reflecting the religious sentiments of her era.
Warner is best known as the author of the famous hymn "Jesus Loves Me", a piece that began as a poem before being set to music as a religious song for children. Her verses became staple religious songs, widely used to teach faith to young audiences. Through her books and hymns, Warner established a legacy as a key creator of children's religious works, maintaining a focus on spiritual themes throughout her life.