Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
Percy Faith & His Orchestra & Chorus Lyrics
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Glory to the newborn King!
Peace on earth and mercy mild
God and sinners reconciled"
Joyful, all ye nations rise
Join the triumph of the skies
With the angelic host proclaim:
"Christ is born in Bethlehem"
Glory to the newborn King!
Christ by highest heav'n adored
Christ the everlasting Lord!
Late in time behold Him come
Offspring of a Virgin's womb
Veiled in flesh the Godhead see
Hail the incarnate Deity
Pleased as man with man to dwell
Jesus, our Emmanuel
Hark! The herald angels sing
"Glory to the newborn King!"
Hail the heav'n Prince of Peace!
Hail the Son of Righteousness!
Light and life to all He brings
Ris'n with healing in His wings
Mild He lays His glory on high
Born that man no more may die
Born to raise the sons of earth
Born to give them second birth
Hark! The herald angels sing
"Glory to the newborn King!"
The lyrics of "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" are a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, the "newborn King." The song starts by calling out to the angels who are proclaiming the message and joyously singing "Glory to the newborn King!" It emphasizes the themes of peace on earth and mercy from God, highlighting the reconciliation between God and sinners that Jesus' birth brings.
The second paragraph focuses on the adoration of Christ in the highest heavens. It describes Jesus as the everlasting Lord, the one who is worshiped and revered in the heavenly realms. The lyrics mention how Jesus came into the world at the appointed time, born of a virgin, emphasizing his divinity as the offspring of God entering human form. The phrase "veiled in flesh, the Godhead see" acknowledges both Jesus' humanity and his status as the incarnation of God.
In the third paragraph, Jesus is hailed as the Prince of Peace and the Son of Righteousness. The lyrics highlight how he brings light and life to all, bringing healing and restoration through his actions. The phrase "ris'n with healing in His wings" symbolically represents Jesus' power to heal and bring salvation. The song also mentions how Jesus, despite his divine glory, humbly took on human form and was born to bring redemption, raising humanity from spiritual death and offering them a rebirth and chance for salvation.
The lyrics conclude with a reiteration of the angelic proclamation, encouraging everyone to join in singing "Glory to the newborn King!" The song emphasizes the wonder and joy of this event, encapsulating the significance of Jesus' birth and the hope he brings to humanity. Overall, "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" is a celebration of the arrival of Jesus Christ and the message of redemption and peace that he represents.
Line by Line Meaning
Hark the herald angels sing
Listen to the heavenly messengers singing
Glory to the newborn King!
Praise and honor the newly arrived King!
Peace on earth and mercy mild
May there be peace on earth and gentle compassion
God and sinners reconciled
God and sinners are now brought together in harmony
Joyful, all ye nations rise
All nations, rise up with joy in your hearts
Join the triumph of the skies
Join the celestial beings in their triumphant song
With the angelic host proclaim: "Christ is born in Bethlehem"
Together with the heavenly host, announce that Christ has been born in Bethlehem
Hark! The herald angels sing
Listen! The heavenly messengers are singing
Christ by highest heav'n adored
Christ is worshiped by the highest heavens
Christ the everlasting Lord!
Christ, the eternal ruler!
Late in time behold Him come
Behold, He has come at a later time
Offspring of a Virgin's womb
Born as the child of a virgin
Veiled in flesh the Godhead see
Perceive the divine nature concealed in human form
Hail the incarnate Deity
Greetings to the God who became incarnate
Pleased as man with man to dwell
Delighted to reside among humanity
Jesus, our Emmanuel
Jesus, our God with us
Hark! The herald angels sing
Listen! The heavenly messengers are singing
"Glory to the newborn King!"
"Praise and honor the newly arrived King!"
Hail the heav'n Prince of Peace!
Greetings to the heavenly Prince of Peace!
Hail the Son of Righteousness!
Greetings to the Son of Righteousness!
Light and life to all He brings
He brings light and life to everyone
Ris'n with healing in His wings
Risen with the power to heal and restore
Mild He lays His glory on high
Gently, He sets His glory in the highest place
Born that man no more may die
Born so that humanity may no longer experience death
Born to raise the sons of earth
Born to uplift the people of the Earth
Born to give them second birth
Born to grant them a new spiritual life
Hark! The herald angels sing
Listen! The heavenly messengers are singing
"Glory to the newborn King!"
"Praise and honor the newly arrived King!"
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38yofrmut
Very beautiful!
felixbautista
Thank you so much for your kind attention... wishing you and your loved ones the best of the Holiday Season.
D K
I've been looking for this version. Thanks for posting!
felixbautista
Pleasure is mine... thank you as well... wishing you and your loved ones the best of the Holiday Season.
Momo Joue
Hello. Nice orchestra classic with photos vote ★★★★★thanks for posting. Good weekend
Shawn Malone
Merry Christmas 2020! 🎄🎄🎅🎅🎁🎁
felixbautista
Same to you!
Shawn Malone
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