87. The First Hymn with Dr. John Dickson

from Faith Film Fan · host Rick Altizer with Dr. John Dickson

In this episode of the Faith Film Fan Podcast, Rick Altizer talks with historian and filmmaker Dr. John Dickson about THE FIRST HYMN — a powerful documentary uncovering the oldest known Christian hymn, dating back to the 200s AD.Hear how this ancient song, discovered on Egyptian papyrus with original musical notation, was brought back to life and reimagined with modern worship artists like Chris Tomlin and Ben Fielding. From global filming locations to a live performance in front of thousands, this episode explores the unique blend of history, faith, and music behind the film. See THE FIRST HYMN in theaters March 24 & 26! Get tickets, watch the trailer and learn more at faithfilmfan.com.

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