Hark! the Herald Angels Sing
Bing and Frank Lyrics


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Hark! the herald angels sing
"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 th' 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
Peace on earth, and mercy mild
God and sinners reconciled"
Joyful, all ye nations, rise
Join the triumph of the skies
With th' angelic host proclaim
"Christ is born in Bethlehem"




Hark! the herald angels sing
"Glory to the new-born King

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Bing and Frank's song "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" invites listeners to celebrate the birth of Christ. The first verse starts with the angels announcing and singing "Glory to the new-born King, peace on earth, and mercy mild," indicating the birth of Jesus Christ. The phrase "God and sinners reconciled" refers to the message of Christ as the reconciler between God and humanity. The angels invite all nations to celebrate the birth of Christ with them, declaring "Joyful, all ye nations, rise, join the triumph of the skies." The verse ends with the angels proclaiming the birth of Christ in Bethlehem, saying "Christ is born in Bethlehem."


The second verse of the song reiterates the first verse, beginning with the angels proclaiming "Glory to the new-born King, peace on earth, and mercy mild," as a reminder of the birth of Christ. The phrase "God and sinners reconciled" reaffirms the message of Christ's role as a reconciler. The angels invite all nations to join them in celebrating the birth of Christ, declaring "Joyful, all ye nations, rise, join the triumph of the skies." The verse ends with the angels proclaiming the birth of Christ in Bethlehem, saying "Christ is born in Bethlehem." The song concludes with the angels reaffirming their proclamation of "Glory to the new-born King."


Line by Line Meaning

Hark! the herald angels sing
Listen! The angels who announce important news are singing


"Glory to the new-born King
Praise and honor to the newly born King


Peace on earth, and mercy mild
May peace and gentleness be granted to all on earth


God and sinners reconciled"
God has brought sinners back to Himself in peace


Joyful, all ye nations, rise
All nations, rise up in joy


Join the triumph of the skies
Join the victory celebration in the heavens


With th' angelic host proclaim
Together with the angelic hosts, declare


"Christ is born in Bethlehem"
"Christ has been born in Bethlehem"


Hark! the herald angels sing
Listen! The angels who announce important news are singing


"Glory to the new-born King"
Praise and honor to the newly born King




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