The hymnbook contained only 18 hymns and was printed at the Eureka Press in Calcutta (now Kolkata). Only 500 copies were initially produced.

However, in the very early days of the mission (around 1894–1895), the missionaries began by translating simple choruses and short verses to teach the Gospel. The most prominent early works included: (Christ is Risen) "Isua Ka Hmangaih" (Jesus Loves Me)

The history of Mizo Christian hymns is a fascinating journey of cultural transformation, linguistic adaptation, and spiritual awakening. While the question of which hymn was truly the "first" or "best" is often debated by scholars and choir masters, the legacy of these early compositions remains the foundation of Mizo identity today. The Dawn of Mizo Literature and Music