Joy To The World
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Joy to the world, the Lord has come!
Let earth receive her King
Let every heart prepare him room
And heaven and nature sing

Joy to the earth, the Saviour reigns!
Your sweetest songs employ
While fields and streams and hills and plains
Repeat the sounding joy

He rules the world with truth and grace
And makes the nations prove




The glories of his righteousness
And wonders of his love

Overall Meaning

"Joy to the World" is a popular Christmas carol that is based on Psalm 98 of the Bible. It was written by Isaac Watts and published in 1719. It is said that Watts was inspired by the psalm's joyful themes and wanted to create a song that celebrated the arrival of Jesus Christ. Today, it is a widely recognized and beloved hymn that is often performed during the holiday season.


The first verse of the song speaks of the arrival of the Lord and encourages everyone to "prepare him room" in their hearts. It denotes a sense of anticipation and celebration for the King of the universe. The second verse brings attention to the reign of the Savior and calls for the use of the "sweetest songs" to praise him. It goes on to describe nature joining in with the celebration by echoing the joyous sounds through fields, streams, hills, and plains. The final verse highlights the Lord's sovereignty over the world and emphasizes his righteousness and love.


Overall, "Joy to the World" is a vibrant and joyous song that encourages people to celebrate the arrival of Jesus Christ and sing praises to God for his love and grace. It is an excellent reminder that the holiday season is about more than just presents and parties, but about reflecting on the true meaning of Christmas and the importance of spirituality and faith.


Line by Line Meaning

Joy to the world, the Lord has come!
Rejoice! The Savior has arrived!


Let earth receive her King
Let the Earth welcome its new leader


Let every heart prepare him room
Make space in your heart for him


And heaven and nature sing
Even Heaven and nature are celebrating


Joy to the earth, the Saviour reigns!
The Earth rejoices because the Savior rules now


Your sweetest songs employ
Sing your most beautiful songs


While fields and streams and hills and plains
The entire Earth is celebrating


Repeat the sounding joy
Keep on singing in praise


He rules the world with truth and grace
He governs the world with righteousness and kindness


And makes the nations prove
He causes the different countries to experience and witness


The glories of his righteousness
The amazing nature of his moral uprightness


And wonders of his love
The miraculous power of his love




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