Danny Plett was born into a musical family. When he was twelve years old, he began writing his own songs. Six years later he gave concerts and did radio and television advertising. When he was 21 years old, his debut album “You’re the one” was released. Tours as a soloist have taken him through Canada, the USA and Europe. He was also with B.J. Thomas (“Raindrops keep falling on my head”) and “Silverwind” toured and gave concerts with Michael Card and Steve Camp.
Stille Nacht
Danny Plett Lyrics
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Alles schläft; einsam wacht
Nur das traute hochheilige Paar.
Das im Stalle zu Betlehem war
Bei dem himmlischen Kind
Bei dem himmlischen Kind
Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht,
Durch der Engel Halleluja,
Tönt es laut von fern und nah:
Christ, der Retter ist da!
Christ, der Retter ist da!
Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht,
Alles schläft; einsam wacht
Nur das traute hochheilige Paar.
Das im Stalle zu Betlehem war
Bei dem himmlischen Kind
Bei dem himmlischen Kind
The lyrics of Danny Plett's song "Stille Nacht" (Silent Night) describe the holy and peaceful night in Bethlehem when Jesus was born.
The first verse begins by emphasizing the stillness and sanctity of the night. It highlights the contrast between the quietness of everything around and the vigilant presence of the cherished, sacred couple, referring to the Virgin Mary and Joseph. They were the only ones awake, watching over the newborn Jesus in the stable. This line symbolizes their devotion and protection towards their child, who is referred to as the heavenly child, emphasizing his divine nature.
The second verse mentions the shepherds who were the first to be informed about Jesus' birth. They were visited by angels who proclaimed the joyous news, singing "Hallelujah." This praise resounded loudly, both near and far, announcing the arrival of Christ as the savior. The repetition of the phrase "Christ, der Retter ist da!" (Christ, the savior is here!) reinforces the significance of Jesus' birth in bringing salvation to the world.
The third verse repeats the imagery of the first verse to emphasize the continued peacefulness of the night. It again highlights the watchful presence of the holy couple, Mary and Joseph, who remained devoted to their heavenly child in the stable. The term "traute" can be understood as intimate or close-knit, further emphasizing the deep connection and bond between the couple, their child, and the divine significance of this holy night.
Overall, the song "Stille Nacht" reflects on the quiet, sacred night in Bethlehem, focusing on the role of the holy couple and the announcement of Jesus' birth to the shepherds by angels. It celebrates the arrival of Christ, the savior, and the peace and stillness that came with his birth.
Line by Line Meaning
Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht,
Quiet night, holy night,
Alles schläft; einsam wacht
Everything is sleeping; alone I am awake
Nur das traute hochheilige Paar.
Only the dear, sacred couple.
Das im Stalle zu Betlehem war
Who were in the stable in Bethlehem
Bei dem himmlischen Kind
With the heavenly child
Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht,
Quiet night, holy night,
Hirten erst kundgemacht
First made known to the shepherds
Durch der Engel Halleluja,
By the angels' hallelujah,
Tönt es laut von fern und nah:
It resounds loudly from afar and near:
Christ, der Retter ist da!
Christ, the savior is here!
Christ, der Retter ist da!
Writer(s): Joseph Mohr, Franz Xaver Gruber, Wieland Reissmann
Contributed by Layla R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.