Little Town
Pat and Nipsy Lyrics
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Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by
Yet in thy dark streets shineth, the everlasting light
The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.
For Christ is born of Mary, and gathered all above
While mortals sleep the angels keep their watch of wondering love
Oh morning stars together, proclaim thy holy birth.
Oh little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie
Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by
Yet in thy dark streets shineth, the everlasting light
The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.
The lyrics to the song "Little Town of Bethlehem" by Pat and Nipsy describe the town's peacefulness and stillness on the night of Christ's birth. The town is silent and asleep, with only the stars shining above. Yet amidst the darkness, there is a glimmer of hope - the everlasting light shining on its dark streets. The lyrics suggest that Bethlehem holds the hopes and fears of all the years, as it is the birthplace of Christ.
The second verse of the song speaks of the angels watching over Christ's birth while the mortals slept, and the morning stars announcing his holy arrival. The lyrics then call for praise and worship to God, with peace being brought to earth. The song's final verse repeats the description of the town's stillness and the shining of the everlasting light, emphasizing that all of the hopes and fears of humanity are met in Bethlehem.
The song's lyrics are reflective of the religious story of the birth of Jesus Christ and the significance of his birthplace. The peacefulness and stillness of the town add to the profound nature of Christ's birth and the hope and peace that it brings to the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie
The singer notices how quiet the town of Bethlehem seems.
Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by
The stars are shining brightly in the sky and the town is peaceful.
Yet in thy dark streets shineth, the everlasting light
Even though the streets are dark, there is a light that shines eternally.
The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.
All the emotions people have had over the years come together in Bethlehem tonight.
For Christ is born of Mary, and gathered all above
Christ was born to Mary and everyone is rejoicing.
While mortals sleep the angels keep their watch of wondering love
The angels are watching over the people of Bethlehem with love.
Oh morning stars together, proclaim thy holy birth.
The stars are celebrating the birth of Christ.
And praises sing to God the king, and peace to men on earth.
Everyone is singing praises to God and wishing peace for all people on earth.
Oh little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie
The artist reflects again on the serene atmosphere of Bethlehem.
Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by
The stars continue to shine quietly over the sleeping town.
Yet in thy dark streets shineth, the everlasting light
The eternal light continues to shine in the midst of the darkness.
The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.
All the people who have lived in Bethlehem and felt emotions over the years are united in this moment.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Lewis H Redner, Phillip Brooks
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