God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Dean Martin & Nat King Cole Lyrics
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Remember, Christ our Savior was born on Christmas day
To save us all from Satan's power when we were gone astray
O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy
From God our Heavenly Father a blessed Angel came
And unto certain shepherds brought tidings of the same
How that in Bethlehem was born the Son of God by name
Now to the Lord sing praises all you within this place
And with true love and brotherhood each other now embrace
This holy tide of Christmas all other doth deface
O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy
The lyrics to Dean Martin and Nat King Cole’s song God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen is a classic Christmas carol that celebrates the birth of Christ. The song opens with a call to all “merry gentlemen” to find comfort and joy in Christ’s birth, and to let go of any worries or fears they may have. The song then goes on to explain that Christ came to save us from Satan’s power when we had strayed from the path of righteousness. This reminds us that we can always turn to Christ in times of trouble, and that he is our savior.
The song goes on to tell the story of how a blessed angel came to certain shepherds and brought them tidings of the baby Jesus, who had been born in Bethlehem. The angel’s message was one of hope and good news, and it brought great joy to the shepherds. The song then concludes with a call to all those listening to sing praises to the Lord and to show true love and brotherhood to those around them. This message is a reminder that Christmas is a time of love, joy, and hope, and that we should all strive to embody these qualities in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
God rest ye merry, gentlemen let nothing you dismay
May you gentlemen have a peaceful and joyful mindset without any worries.
Remember, Christ our Savior was born on Christmas day
Recall that our Savior, Jesus Christ, was born on the auspicious day of Christmas.
To save us all from Satan's power when we were gone astray
He came to rescue and protect us from the malevolent forces of Satan when we were lost and erred.
O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy
Good news that brings consolation and delight, reiterated thrice for emphasis.
From God our Heavenly Father a blessed Angel came
An Angel from God, our Heavenly Father, arrived with a divine message.
And unto certain shepherds brought tidings of the same
To certain humble shepherds residing nearby, the angel conveyed the same message.
How that in Bethlehem was born the Son of God by name
Explaining that the Son of God was born with a name in Bethlehem.
Now to the Lord sing praises all you within this place
Everyone present in this vicinity should sing praises and worship the Lord.
And with true love and brotherhood each other now embrace
In true love, let us embrace each other with brotherhood.
This holy tide of Christmas all other doth deface
This holy Christmastime outshines and diminishes all other tides.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: BRIAN SCOTT BENNETT
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God rest ye merry, gentlemen let nothing you dismay
Remember, Christ our Savior was born on Christmas day
To save us all from Satan's power when we were gone astray
O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy
From God our Heavenly Father a blessed Angel came
And unto certain shepherds brought tidings of the same
How that in Bethlehem was born the Son of God by name
O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy
Now to the Lord sing praises all you within this place
And with true love and brotherhood each other now embrace
This holy tide of Christmas all other doth deface
O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy
@nvsportscards7199
My new obsession is the way Nat King Cole pronounces "comfort". So enunciated. Love it
@HoratiaHorowitz
"Calm fort"
@demetsun269
P
@eribelle753
Mine is how he says "Power"
@billyscogin1455
I love how he sings “to save all from satan’s power we were gone a stray”
@Sangasong
You are probably gay
@austinmyers456
His voice is in so many of my memories. God bless him and his family.
@dynoalt1213
Love from India. ❤ I really gotta appreciate this carol by bowing my head. Its just pure beauty and peace
@douglaspinsak1246
The best version of this song IMO. Merry Christmas all! 🙏❤✝🎁🎄
@relax2dream164
My mom came home from Christmas shopping and had found this in a bargain bin. The best pre Christmas gift ever! She loved Nat King Cole and It became one of our favourite Christmas albums. Little Christmas Tree is my favourite.