Silent Night
Eddie Fisher Lyrics


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Silent night, holy night
All is calm, all is bright
Round yon Virgin, Mother and Child
Holy infant so tender and mild
Sleep in heavenly peace
Sleep in heavenly peace

Silent night, holy night
Shepherds quake at the sight
Glories stream from heaven afar
Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia
Christ the Savior is born
Christ the Savior is born

Silent night, holy night
Son of God love's pure light
Radiant beams from Thy holy face
With dawn of redeeming grace




Jesus Lord, at Thy birth
Jesus Lord, at Thy birth

Overall Meaning

The song "Silent Night" by Eddie Fisher is an iconic Christmas hymn that has been sung and worshipped for over 200 years. The lyrics contain a message of peace, holiness, and hope in the power of Jesus Christ. The first stanza of the song describes a serene setting of a holy night where everything is tranquil and illuminated. It reflects the moment when Jesus Christ was born in a quiet stable amidst the peacefulness of nature. The second stanza, on the other hand, depicts the grandeur of this occasion, as the shepherds were terrified when they saw a heavenly vision proclaiming the arrival of the Savior. The chorus is repeated after every stanza and emphasizes the stillness and peace that Jesus brings to the world, which is celebrated by the angels singing Alleluia. The last stanza portrays the radiance emanating from Jesus' holiness, offering redemption for all mankind.


Overall, this song describes the momentous event of Jesus Christ's birth, which has significance to Christians worldwide. It paints a picture of a quiet night that was interrupted by the grand announcement of the arrival of the Savior. It emphasizes the holiness and purity of Jesus and captures the essence of hope that he brought to the world.


Line by Line Meaning

Silent night, holy night
The night is peaceful and sacred


All is calm, all is bright
Everything is still and lit up


Round yon Virgin, Mother and Child
There is a holy family nearby


Holy infant so tender and mild
The baby is pure and gentle


Sleep in heavenly peace
Rest with divine tranquility


Shepherds quake at the sight
The shepherds are afraid by what they see


Glories stream from heaven afar
Heavenly light is shining in the distance


Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia
The angels sing praises


Christ the Savior is born
The messiah has arrived


Son of God love's pure light
God's son represents pure love


Radiant beams from Thy holy face
The light from Jesus' holy face is shining


With dawn of redeeming grace
This is the start of redemption for mankind


Jesus Lord, at Thy birth
Lord Jesus was born on this day




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Written by: Chuck Howard, Franz Gruber, John Berry, Joseph Mohr

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