Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
Al Jarreau (Holiday) Lyrics
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Glory to the new-born King
Peace on earth and mercy mild
God and sinners reconciled
Joyful, all ye nations, rise
Join the triumph of the skies
With the angelic host proclaim
Hark! the herald angels sing
Glory to the new-born King
Christ, by highest heaven adored
Christ, the everlasting Lord
Late in time behold him come
Offspring of the Virgin's womb
Joyful, all ye nations, rise
Join the triumph of the skies
Pleased as man with man to dwell
Jesus, our Emmanuel!
Hark! the herald angels sing
Glory to the new-born King
Hail the Heaven-born
Prince of Peace
Hail the Son of Righteousness
Light and life to all He brings
Risen with healing in His wings
Joyful, all ye nations, rise
Join the triumph of the skies
With the angelic host proclaim
Christ is born in Bethlehem
Hark! the herald angels sing
Glory to the new-born King
Hark! the herald angels sing
Glory to the new-born King
The song "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" is a celebratory hymn that rejoices in the birth of Jesus Christ. The lyrics begin with a call to listen to the singing of the herald angels, who proclaim the "Glory to the new-born King". The song then focusses on the message of peace on earth and mercy mild that Jesus came to bring, reconciling God and sinners. The second stanza builds on the message of the first, calling people from all nations to join in the triumph of Jesus's arrival, heralded by the angels.
The third and final verse focusses more specifically on Jesus as the savior, the son of God, and the Prince of Peace. The lyrics also mention his role in healing and bringing light and life to all. The song concludes with a repetition of the first verse, reminding the listener of the joyous message of the angels.
Overall, the lyrics of "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" are a joyous and celebratory expression of the message of Jesus's birth, with a strong emphasis on the idea of peace and reconciliation that he brings.
Line by Line Meaning
Hark! the herald angels sing
Listen! The angels chosen by God are singing
Glory to the new-born King
Praise the newly born King (Jesus)
Peace on earth and mercy mild
May there be calm and kindness on earth
God and sinners reconciled
God and sinners have become friends again
Joyful, all ye nations, rise
Rejoice, citizens of all nations, stand up
Join the triumph of the skies
Join the victory of the angels in the sky
With the angelic host proclaim
Together with the army of angels, declare
Christ is born in Bethlehem
Jesus is born in Bethlehem
Christ, by highest heaven adored
Christ, the most adored in the highest heaven
Christ, the everlasting Lord
Christ, the eternal Lord
Late in time behold him come
Behold him coming late into this world
Offspring of the Virgin's womb
Born of the Virgin Mary
Pleased as man with man to dwell
As a man living among other humans, pleased
Jesus, our Emmanuel!
Jesus, our God with us!
Hail the Heaven-born
Greetings to the one born in heaven
Prince of Peace
The prince who brings peace
Hail the Son of Righteousness
Greetings to the Son of Righteousness
Light and life to all He brings
He brings light and life to everyone
Risen with healing in His wings
He has risen and brings healing with him
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: DAVID FINDLAY, N TRADITIONAL
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