Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
The Bands & Choirs Of The Salvation Army Lyrics
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"Glory to the new-born King!
Peace on earth, and mercy mild,
God and sinners reconciled."
Joyful, all ye nations, rise,
Join the triumph of the skies;
With th' angelic host proclaim,
"Christ is born in Bethlehem."
"Glory to the new-born King!
Christ, by highest heaven adored:
Christ, the everlasting Lord;
Late in time behold him come,
Offspring of the favoured one.
Veiled in flesh, the Godhead see;
Hail, th'incarnate Deity:
Pleased, as man, with men to dwell,
Jesus, our Emmanuel!
Hark! the herald angels sing,
"Glory to the new-born King!
Hail! the heaven-born
Prince of peace!
Hail! the Son of Righteousness!
Light and life to all he brings,
Risen with healing in his wings
Mild he lays his glory by,
Born that man no more may die:
Born to raise the son of earth,
Born to give them second birth.
Hark! the herald angels sing,
"Glory to the new-born King !"
The lyrics of "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" by The Bands & Choirs Of The Salvation Army beautifully capture the essence of the Christmas story and the significance of Jesus' birth. The song begins with the proclamation of the angels heralding the arrival of the newborn King, bringing glory and peace to the earth. The message of reconciliation between God and sinners is central to the Christian faith, and this angelic proclamation sets the tone for the joy and celebration that follows.
As the song continues, it delves into the exaltation of Christ as the highest heaven adored, the everlasting Lord who has come to dwell among humanity. The imagery of Christ being veiled in flesh emphasizes the mystery of the Incarnation, where the divine and human meet in the person of Jesus. The title "Emmanuel" signifies God with us, underscoring the profound significance of Jesus' presence among mankind.
The lyrics further extol Jesus as the Prince of Peace and the Son of Righteousness, bringing light and life to all. The imagery of Jesus as the healer with wings of healing portrays Him as the source of spiritual and physical restoration. The song emphasizes the humility of Christ, as He sets aside His glory to be born as a human, ultimately to overcome death and offer a new birth to humanity.
In the final stanza, the hymn culminates in a triumphant declaration of glory to the newborn King, celebrating the eternal significance of Christ's birth and the hope He brings for all. The message of salvation and redemption resonates throughout the lyrics, inviting all nations to join in the joyous proclamation of Christ's arrival and the transformative power of His love. "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" serves as a powerful reminder of the profound impact of Jesus' birth and the universal message of peace, love, and salvation that He embodies.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: FELIX MENDELSSOHN, JAMIE ARGON, RORY MARSDEN, WILLIAM H. CUMMINGS
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