Silent Night Holy Night
Holly And The Ivy The Lyrics

The song "Silent night, holy night" by Holly And The Ivy is a beautiful hymn about the night Jesus was born. It starts by painting a serene picture of the night, emphasizing the peace and calm that surrounded Jesus and Mary. The second line reaffirms this by stating that everything is bright and the mood is serene. The third and fourth lines focus on the infant Jesus and Mary, who is presented as a delicate, nurturing mother. The lyrics are meant to convey the tenderness and vulnerability of the new-born baby.

The second stanza shifts the focus to the shepherds who were keeping watch over their flocks at night. The appearance of the heavenly angels startles the shepherds, and they feel an immense sense of wonder and awe. The third line of the second stanza is particularly beautiful, as it suggests that the glories of heaven spill over into the earthly realm, and the angels' singing is a clear sign of that. The final lines of the stanza, like those of the first, reinforce the peace and calmness of the scene.