Charles Albert Tindley
American minister and composer (1851-1933) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about Charles Albert Tindley?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
Charles Albert Tindley (July 7, 1851 – July 26, 1933) was an American Methodist minister and gospel music composer. His composition "I'll Overcome Someday"[1] is credited as the basis for the U.S. Civil Rights anthem "We Shall Overcome".[2] Another of his hymns is "Take Your Burden to the Lord and Leave It There" (1916), as well as "What Are They Doing in Heaven?" (1901).
Quick Facts Born, Died ...
Charles Albert Tindley | |
---|---|
Born | Charles Tindley (1851-07-07)July 7, 1851 Berlin, Maryland, U.S. |
Died | July 26, 1933(1933-07-26) (aged 82) |
Resting place | Eden Cemetery, Collingdale, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Occupation(s) | minister, composer |
Spouse | Daisy Henry |
Close
Often referred to as "The Prince of Preachers",[3] he educated himself, became a minister and founded one of the largest Methodist congregations serving the African-American community on the East Coast of the United States.