Hark! the Herald Angels Sing
Children's Choir Lyrics
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Glory to the newborn King
Peace on earth and mercy mild
God and sinners reconciled
Joyful all ye nations rise
Join the triumph of the skies
Hark, the Herald angels sing
The first verse of "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" starts with the sound of an angel's trumpet heralding the good news of the birth of Jesus Christ. The angel is calling to all Christian believers to join together in praising the newborn King, declaring his glory and welcoming him with joyful hearts. The second line speaks of the peace that Christ brings to the world, a peace that is so profound and gentle that even the most hardened of sinners can be reconciled to God through his grace. This peace is a gift to all humanity, a gift that is to be shared by all people of all nations, as symbolized by the nations rising and joining together in song. The song ends with a resounding cry of joy, as the angels proclaim the glory of the newborn King, a testament to the wonder and majesty of God's plan for us all.
Line by Line Meaning
Hark, The Herald angels sing
Listen, the angels are singing
Glory to the newborn King
Let us praise the new King that has been born
Peace on earth and mercy mild
There will be peace on earth and God will show us mercy
God and sinners reconciled
God has reconciled with the sinners
Joyful all ye nations rise
All the nations should be joyful and rise up
Join the triumph of the skies
Let us join in the triumph of the angels in the sky
Hark, the Herald angels sing
Listen, the angels are singing
Glory to the newborn King
Let us praise the new King that has been born
Contributed by Jackson O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.