O Holy Night
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Oh holy night
The stars are brightly shining
It is the night of our dear savior's birth
Long lay the world in sin and error, pining
'Til He appeared and the soul felt its worth

A thrill of hope, the weary soul rejoices
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn

Fall on your knees, O hear the Angels' voices
O night divine, O night when Christ was born
O night divine, O night, O night divine

A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn

Fall on your knees, O hear the Angels' voices




O night divine, O night when Christ was born
O night divine, O night, O night divine

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Oh Holy Night" beautifully capture the essence of the Christmas story, celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. The song begins by setting the scene, describing the night with brightly shining stars, marking the arrival of the dear savior. It acknowledges the state of the world, deeply immersed in sin and longing for redemption. However, with the appearance of Jesus, the soul finally realizes its worth and feels a renewed sense of purpose.


The chorus of the song emphasizes the hope that Jesus brings, as the weary soul rejoices and a new and glorious morning breaks upon the world. It calls upon listeners to fall on their knees and listen to the voices of the angels, recognizing the divine nature of the night when Christ was born. The repetition of the phrase "O night divine" further emphasizes the awe-inspiring and transformative nature of this momentous event.


The lyrics of "Oh Holy Night" convey a powerful message of hope, joy, and the profound impact of Jesus' birth on humanity. It serves as a reminder of the significance of Christmas and the spiritual meaning behind the holiday.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh holy night
This is a sacred night


The stars are brightly shining
The stars are shining brightly


It is the night of our dear savior's birth
This is the night when our beloved savior is born


Long lay the world in sin and error, pining
The world had been suffering in sin and mistakes for a long time


'Til He appeared and the soul felt its worth
Until he appeared, our souls didn't realize their true value


A thrill of hope, the weary soul rejoices
A feeling of hope overwhelms the tired soul and brings joy


For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn
A bright and magnificent morning is breaking forth in the distance


Fall on your knees, O hear the Angels' voices
Bow down on your knees and listen to the angelic voices


O night divine, O night when Christ was born
Oh, divine night! The night when Christ was born


O night divine, O night, O night divine
Oh, divine night! Oh, night divine!


A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices
A feeling of hope overwhelms the tired world and brings joy


For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn
A bright and magnificent morning is breaking forth in the distance


Fall on your knees, O hear the Angels' voices
Bow down on your knees and listen to the angelic voices


O night divine, O night when Christ was born
Oh, divine night! The night when Christ was born


O night divine, O night, O night divine
Oh, divine night! Oh, night divine!




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Written by: Traditional Music

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