God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Frank Sinatra & Bing Crosby Lyrics

The lyrics of "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" are a reminder to all of us that the true meaning of Christmas is the birth of Christ, our Savior. The opening lines speak to the audience to rest and be merry, even during difficult times. The next few lines explain the purpose of Christ's birth, which was to save humanity from the oppression and power of Satan. The fact that this is the central idea behind Christmas is a testament to the power of hope and redemption that we can find in the holiday.

The second verse of the song takes listeners to the manger in Bethlehem where Christ was born. The tone of the lyrics shifts from one of invitation to one of observation. The lyrics invite us to take a glimpse into the humble beginnings of Christ's life. The lines, "And laid within a manger Upon this blessed morn, The which His Mother Mary Did nothing take in scorn," paint a picture of a true Christmas scene that we are all familiar with. The Virgin Mary is depicted as accepting of the situation, despite the humble circumstances of Jesus' birth.

The final verse of the song speaks to the idea of spreading the good news of Jesus' birth. The line "From God our Heavenly Father, A blessed Angel came and unto certain shepherds brought tidings of the same," is a reminder that the birth of Jesus was proclaimed to all, not just to the wealthy and high-ranking individuals of society. It is also a call to share the message of hope and redemption with others, just as the shepherds shared the news of Christ's birth with others.