Gloria Gaither (b. March 4, 1942) is a songwriter for gospel music, along with her husband, Bill Gaither. She also sang in the Bill Gaither Trio, one of the most influential groups in recent Christian music.
Bethlehem
Bill & Gloria Gaither Lyrics
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Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by
Yet in thy dark streets shineth, the everlasting light
The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.
For Christ is born of Mary, and gathered all above
While mortals sleep the angels keep their watch of wondering love
Oh morning stars together, proclaim thy holy birth.
Oh little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie
Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by
Yet in thy dark streets shineth, the everlasting light
The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.
The lyrics of O Little Town Of Bethlehem evoke a sense of peace, stillness, and wonder as the birthplace of Jesus Christ is described. The first verse highlights the calmness of Bethlehem, even as the stars shine brightly above. Despite the darkness of the streets, there is a sense of hope and light that shines from within. The second verse focuses on the miraculous birth of Christ and the angels' proclamation of his arrival. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the quiet and serene nature of Bethlehem and the hope and fears that are met there with the birth of Christ.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie
You, small Bethlehem, lie peacefully without disturbance or turmoil
Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by
The stars quietly observe and pass above you, who is sleeping soundly
Yet in thy dark streets shineth, the everlasting light
Although your streets are dark, there's a constant bright light shining that will last forever
The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.
All the aspirations and anxieties of past times converge in you tonight
For Christ is born of Mary, and gathered all above
Jesus was born from Mary and joined together with everyone above
While mortals sleep the angels keep their watch of wondering love
While humans sleep, the angels watch over in amazement and love
Oh morning stars together, proclaim thy holy birth.
The morning stars announce the holy birth of Jesus together
And praises sing to God the king, and peace to men on earth.
Praises are sung to God the king, and peace is given to all people on earth
Oh little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie
You, small Bethlehem, lie peacefully without disturbance or turmoil
Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by
The stars quietly observe and pass above you, who is sleeping soundly
Yet in thy dark streets shineth, the everlasting light
Although your streets are dark, there's a constant bright light shining that will last forever
The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.
All the aspirations and anxieties of past times converge in you tonight
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Lewis H Redner, Phillip Brooks
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