Benjamin Schmolck

Benjamin Schmolck (21 December 1672 – 12 February 1737) was a German Lutheran writer of hymns.

He was born a pastor's son in Brauchitschdorf (Chróstnik), Silesia.

After attending the gymnasium in Liegnitz (Legnica), he studied theology at the University of Leipzig from 1693 to 1697.

Influenced by the pietism movement he became the most popular hymn writer of his day.

His compositions include My Jesus as Thou Wilt and A faithful friend is wandering yonder.