O Come All Ye Faithful
Choir of King's College Cambridge/Philip Jones Brass Ensemble/Ian Hare/Sir David Willcocks Lyrics
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Joyful and triumphant
O come ye, O come ye
To Bethlehem
Come and behold him
Born the King of angels
O come, let us adore Him
O Come, let us adore Him
Christ the Lord
Yea, Lord, we greet Thee
Born this happy morning
Jesus, to Thee be glory given
Word of the Father
Now in flesh appearing
O come, let us adore Him
O come, let us adore Him
O Come, let us adore Him
Christ the Lord
Christ the Lord
The Christmas classic "O Come All Ye Faithful," originally titled "Adeste Fideles" in Latin, was written in the 1740s by an unknown author. This hymn expresses the joyful excitement and adoration that Christians feel on the birth of Jesus. The bright and soaring melody of the song perfectly captures the celebratory spirit of Christmas, and the lyrics are filled with references to angels, Bethlehem, and the glory of the birth of Jesus Christ.
The first verse calls all faithful people to come to Bethlehem and witness the birth of the King of angels. The second verse declares our devotion and praise to God, emphasizing the importance of revering Christ the Lord. The final verse greets Jesus as he is born on a bright new day, and pays homage to his divinity, stating that he is the "Word of the Father now in flesh appearing."
"O Come All Ye Faithful" is a beloved Christmas song and is often played during church services and caroling. The robust melody and reverent lyrics make it a popular choice during the holiday season. Its lyrics have been translated into many languages and the song is often played in Catholic and Anglican churches around the world.
Line by Line Meaning
O come, all ye faithful
Let all who have faith come forward.
Joyful and triumphant
Filled with happiness and victorious.
O come ye, O come ye
Come, everyone come.
To Bethlehem
Let us go to the Bethlehem.
Come and behold him
Come see him with your own eyes.
Born the King of angels
Born to be the King of angels.
O come, let us adore Him
Let us worship and praise Him.
Christ the Lord
The Messiah and our Ruler.
Yea, Lord, we greet thee
Yes, Lord, we welcome you.
Born this happy morning
Born on this joyful morning.
Jesus, to thee be glory given
Jesus, we give you all the honor.
Word of the Father
The expression of the Father's thoughts and ideas.
Now in flesh appearing
Appearing in human form.
Christ the Lord
The Messiah and our Ruler.
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