O Come O Come Emmanuel
Jenkins Katherine Lyrics

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O come, O come, Emmanuel
And ransom captive Israel
That mourns in lonely exile here
Until the Son of God appear
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel.

O come, Thou Rod of Jesse, free

Thine own from Satan's tyranny
From depths of Hell Thy people save
And give them victory o'er the grave
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel.

O come, Thou Day-Spring, come and cheer
Our spirits by Thine advent here
Disperse the gloomy clouds of night
And death's dark shadows put to flight.
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel.

O come, Thou Key of David, come,
And open wide our heavenly home;
Make safe the way that leads on high,
And close the path to misery.
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel.

O come, O come, Thou Lord of might,
Who to Thy tribes, on Sinai's height,
In ancient times did'st give the Law,
In cloud, and majesty and awe.

Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" by Jenkins Katherine are deeply rooted in Christian theology and symbolize the anticipation and longing for the coming of the Messiah. The song is a plea for Emmanuel, which means "God with us," to come and deliver the people of Israel from captivity and exile. The references to Israel as a captive nation mourning in exile convey a sense of despair and longing for redemption. The mention of Emmanuel coming to Israel is a source of hope and comfort, providing reassurance that deliverance is imminent.

The mention of the "Rod of Jesse" in the song refers to a prophecy in the Book of Isaiah that foretells a descendant of Jesse, the father of King David, who will bring deliverance and freedom. The lyrics call for this Rod of Jesse to free the people from the tyranny of Satan and to grant them victory over death. This imagery speaks to the themes of spiritual warfare and the ultimate triumph of good over evil, offering a message of hope and liberation.

The song also calls upon the "Day-Spring," a term used in the Bible to refer to the Messiah who brings light and hope to a dark and despairing world. The lyrics express a desire for the Day-Spring to dispel the gloom and shadows of night, symbolizing the arrival of a new dawn and the defeat of darkness. This imagery of light overcoming darkness resonates with themes of renewal, restoration, and the promise of a brighter future.

Lastly, the song invokes the "Key of David" as a symbol of authority and access to the heavenly realms. The Key of David is seen as the means by which the gates of heaven are opened and the path to salvation is made secure. The lyrics call for the Key of David to guide and protect the wayward souls, leading them to their eternal home and shielding them from despair and suffering. Overall, the song "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" is a powerful expression of faith, longing, and anticipation for the coming of the Savior to bring salvation and eternal peace.

Line by Line Meaning

O come, O come, Emmanuel
Please come, Lord Jesus, and be with us

And ransom captive Israel
Free the people of Israel who are suffering

That mourns in lonely exile here
Who are sad and alone in a foreign land

Until the Son of God appear
Until Jesus, the Son of God, comes to us

Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Be happy and celebrate, for the Lord is coming

Shall come to thee, O Israel.
Will come to you, O people of Israel

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LEONARDO BAFUNNO DE BERNARDINI, PD TRADITIONAL

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@emanuelsilva0498

5y↑3

O come, O come, Emmanuel
And ransom captive Israel
That mourns in lonely exile here
Until the Son of God appear
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel
O come, O come, Thou Lord of might
Who to Thy tribes, on Sinai's height
In ancient times did'st give the Law
In cloud, and majesty and awe
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel

All comments from YouTube:

@joymiguel2216

5y↑4

One of the best version I've heard! The prophesy is fulfilled!God is with us!

@jacintaoluchukwu5527

8y↑14

This is absolutely heavenly.. One of the best versions of the beautiful song. I love you Katherine.

@Lady-Kanerasoka

2y↑1

I’ve heard many versions of this song, each with very different orchestrations, but THIS IS THE ONLY ONE that manages to give me goosebumps to the max EVERY TIME!! This is the epitome of a perfect version!!! Voice of an angel!!