O Little Town Of Bethlehem
Cedarmont Kids 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 Cedarmont Kids's "O Little Town of Bethlehem" describes the peaceful and sleepy town of Bethlehem during the night when Christ is born. The song starts by painting a picture of the stillness and tranquility of the town's landscape, where everything is hushed and even the stars seem to be moving in silence. However, shining in the darkness is the light that shines brightly and eternally. This light symbolizes the birth of Christ who holds the hopes and fears of people from all over the world.
The second verse of the song highlights that while the world is asleep, angels keep watch over Christ who is born of Mary. The morning stars gather together to witness the holy birth and to sing praises to God the king while asking for peace to reign on earth. The song ends by repeating the first two verses as a reminder of the endless peace and hope that Christ's coming has brought to mankind.
Overall, the message conveyed in the song is that despite the chaos and anxieties present in the world, the birth of Christ brings a glimmer of hope that all is still well and encourages us to seek peace in Him.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie
Despite the silence in the town of Bethlehem, we are able to recognize and know its presence.
Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by
While the town is soundly asleep, the twinkling stars up above are its only witnesses.
Yet in thy dark streets shineth, the everlasting light
Even in the darkness, a beam of light that lasts forever continues to shine in the town.
The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.
The dreams and worries of generations have been realized in Bethlehem, tonight is a true culmination of history.
For Christ is born of Mary, and gathered all above
Mary gives birth to Christ, who is then watched by all beings from above.
While mortals sleep the angels keep their watch of wondering love
While humans slumber, the Angels are left to marvel, watch and protect Christ's birth.
Oh morning stars together, proclaim thy holy birth.
The morning stars make proclamation to signify the birth of a holy child in Bethlehem.
And praises sing to God the king, and peace to men on earth.
The Angels sing God's praises and express their message of peace to men as the birth of Christ takes place.
Oh little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie
Despite the silence in the town of Bethlehem, we are able to recognize and know its presence.
Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by
While the town is soundly asleep, the twinkling stars up above are its only witnesses.
Yet in thy dark streets shineth, the everlasting light
Even in the darkness, a beam of light that lasts forever continues to shine in the town.
The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.
The dreams and worries of generations have been realized in Bethlehem, tonight is a true culmination of history.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Lewis H Redner, Phillip Brooks
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