Hark The Herald Angels Sing With Violin
Christmas Hits Lyrics
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"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"
"Glory to the new-born King"
Hail! the heaven-born
Prince of peace
Hail! the Son of Righteousness
Light and life to all he brings
Risen with healing in his wings
Mild he lays his Lord on high
Born that man no more may die
Born to raise the sons of earth
Born to give them second birth
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
Glory to the new-born King"
The lyrics to Hark the Herald Angels Sing are a call of joy and celebration for the birth of the Savior, Jesus Christ. They begin with the announcement of the angels singing "Glory to the new-born King" and calling for peace on earth and reconciling God and sinners. This highlights the central theme of Christmas that Christ was born to bring salvation and peace to all mankind, and that he is the embodiment of hope, grace, and love.
The second verse emphasizes the heavenly nature of Christ who is hailed as the Prince of Peace and the Son of Righteousness. He brings light and life to all and is celebrated for bringing healing to humankind. Christ is further described as being humble and laying his Lord on high, a symbol of his servanthood and obedience to God. The verse concludes by reminding us that Christ was born to raise the sons of earth and give them a second birth, which refers to the spiritual rebirth that comes with faith in Christ.
Overall, the Hark the Herald Angels Sing is a beautiful and profound song that captures the essence of the Christmas season. It reminds us of the wondrous and miraculous birth of the Savior and encourages us to join in the celebration and proclaim "Glory to the new-born King."
Line by Line Meaning
Hark! the herald angels sing
Listen! The heavenly messengers are singing
"Glory to the new-born King
"Praise and honor to the newly born King
Peace on earth, and mercy mild
May there be peace on earth and kindness towards all
God and sinners reconciled
God has made peace and brought forgiveness to sinners
Joyful, all ye nations, rise
All nations should be filled with joy and stand in celebration
Join the triumph of the skies"
Join the heavenly hosts in their joyful praise
With th' angelic host proclaim
The angelic host proclaims
"Christ is born in Bethlehem"
"Christ has been born in Bethlehem"
Hail! the heaven-born
Greetings! The one who was born in heaven
Prince of peace
The ruler who brings peace
Hail! the Son of Righteousness
Greetings! The child who brings righteousness
Light and life to all he brings
He brings light and life to all people
Risen with healing in his wings
He has risen with the ability to heal
Mild he lays his Lord on high
Gently he lays his Lord in a high place
Born that man no more may die
He was born so that man would not die anymore
Born to raise the sons of earth
He was born to lift up the people of earth
Born to give them second birth
He was born to give them a new spiritual life
Glory to the new-born King"
"Praise and honor to the newly born King"
Hark! the herald angels sing
Listen! The heavenly messengers are singing
"Glory to the new-born King
"Praise and honor to the newly born King"
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Written by: Charles Wesley, Felix Mendelssohn
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