The Oldest Christian Hymn Ever Found Is Being Sung Again after 1,800 Years

An 1,800-year-old Christian hymn discovered in Oxyrhynchus, Egypt—complete with original lyrics and musical notation—has inspired both a new documentary, The First Hymn, and a contemporary worship song by Chris Tomlin and Ben Fielding. Celebrated as the oldest known Christian song, the hymn affirms early belief in the Trinity and unites modern worshippers with the voices of the early church.