We Three Kings
Salvation Army Band and Choir Lyrics
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Let nothing you dismay
Remember Christ our Saviour
Was born upon this day
To save us all from Satan's power
When we were gone astray
O tidings of comfort and joy
O tidings of comfort and joy
From God our heavenly Father
This blessed angel came
And unto certain shepherds
Brought tidings of the same
How that in Bethlehem was born
The Son of God by name
O tidings of comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
O tidings of comfort and joy
O, star of wonder, star of night
Star with royal beauty bright
Westward leading, still proceeding
Guide us to thy perfect light
Born a king on Bethlehem's plain
Gold I bring to crown Him again
King forever, ceasing never
Over us all to reign
O, star of wonder, star of night
Star with royal beauty bright
Westward leading, still proceeding
Guide us to thy perfect light
Glorious now behold Him arise
King and God and sacrifice
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Worshipping God most high
O, star of wonder, star of night
Star with royal beauty bright
Westward leading, still proceeding
Guide us to thy perfect light
God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
The song "We Three Kings" by the Salvation Army Band and Choir tells the story of the birth of Jesus and the announcement of his arrival to the shepherds. The lyrics invoke a sense of comfort and joy, reminding listeners of the significance of Christ's birth.
The first verse expresses the message of reassurance, urging people not to be dismayed. It reminds them that Jesus was born on this day to save humanity from the power of Satan, offering hope and redemption to those who were lost.
The second verse highlights the divine aspect of Jesus' birth. It speaks of a heavenly angel delivering the news to the shepherds, revealing that the Son of God was born in Bethlehem. This proclamation reaffirms the significance of Jesus' birth as the salvation of humanity.
The third verse introduces the imagery of the star that led the wise men to Jesus. It describes the star as a beacon of royal beauty, guiding their journey to witness the birth of the King. The gifts of gold brought by the wise men symbolize the recognition of Jesus' kingship and his eternal reign.
The fourth verse further glorifies Jesus as both King and God. It directs praise towards him as the ultimate sacrifice, calling on listeners to worship the highest of all, God. The repetition of the phrase "Hallelujah" emphasizes the joy and exaltation that should accompany the recognition of Jesus' divinity.
The overall message of the song is one of celebration and reverence for the birth of Jesus. It encourages listeners to find comfort and joy in the knowledge of Jesus' salvation and to worship him as the ultimate King and sacrifice. The recurring reference to the star symbolizes the guidance towards the light and the hope that Jesus brings to humanity.
Line by Line Meaning
God rest ye merry, gentlemen
May God grant you peace and happiness, gentlemen
Let nothing you dismay
Do not allow anything to distress you
Remember Christ our Saviour
Keep in mind that Christ is our rescuer
Was born upon this day
He came into the world on this very day
To save us all from Satan's power
In order to deliver us from the control of Satan
When we were gone astray
When we had wandered off the right path
O tidings of comfort and joy
Oh, news that brings solace and happiness
Comfort and joy
Solace and happiness
From God our heavenly Father
Sent by our divine Father in heaven
This blessed angel came
This holy angel arrived
And unto certain shepherds
And to a specific group of shepherds
Brought tidings of the same
Delivered the same news
How that in Bethlehem was born
That a child was born in Bethlehem
The Son of God by name
Who is named the Son of God
O tidings of comfort and joy
Oh, news that brings solace and happiness
O, star of wonder, star of night
Oh, magnificent star, shining in the night
Star with royal beauty bright
A star radiating regal beauty
Westward leading, still proceeding
Guiding us westward, continuously advancing
Guide us to thy perfect light
Lead us to your flawless illumination
Born a king on Bethlehem's plain
Born as a king on the flatlands of Bethlehem
Gold I bring to crown Him again
I bring gold to coronate Him once more
King forever, ceasing never
An eternal king, never ending
Over us all to reign
To rule over all of us
Glorious now behold Him arise
Marvel at His current glorious emergence
King and God and sacrifice
A king, a God, and a sacrifice
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Praise God, praise God
Worshipping God most high
Revering the almighty God
God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
May God grant you peace and happiness, gentlemen, let nothing distress you
God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
May God grant you peace and happiness, gentlemen, let nothing distress you
God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
May God grant you peace and happiness, gentlemen, let nothing distress you
God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
May God grant you peace and happiness, gentlemen, let nothing distress you
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Steven Page, Ed Robertson, Kevin Hearn, Jim Creeggan, Tyler Stewart, Dominio Publico
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