God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
The Singalings Lyrics
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Let nothing you dismay
Remember Christ our Savior
Was born on Christmas Day
To save us all from Satan′s pow'r
When we were gone astray
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
God rest ye merry gentlemen
Let nothing you dismay
Remember Christ our Savior
Was born on Christmas Day
To save us all from Satan′s pow'r
When we were gone astray
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
In Bethlehem, in Israel
This blessed Babe was born
And laid within a manger
Upon this blessed morn
The which His Mother Mary
Did nothing take in scorn
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
Fear not then, said the Angel
Let nothing you affright
This day is born a Savior
Of a pure Virgin bright
To free all those who trust in Him
From Satan's pow′r and might
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
God rest ye merry gentlemen
Let nothing you dismay
Remember Christ our Savior
Was born on Christmas Day
To save us all from Satan′s pow'r
When we were gone astray
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
The lyrics to The Singalings' "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" tell the story of the birth of Jesus Christ and the message of hope and salvation that comes with it. The song encourages the listener to not be dismayed, but to remember that Christ was born on Christmas Day to save humanity from Satan's power. This message of comfort and joy is repeated throughout the song, as the singer reminds us of the miraculous birth in Bethlehem and the role that the angel played in sharing the good news.
The first verse of the song explains that Christ was born on Christmas Day to save humanity from Satan's power. This act of selflessness and sacrifice is cause for comfort and joy, as it reminds us that we have a savior who is looking out for us. The second verse of the song describes the birth of Jesus in more detail, emphasizing the humble circumstances of his arrival. Despite being the savior of the world, Jesus was born in a manger and his mother Mary did not take this as a slight. This serves as a powerful reminder that even the most important events in history can come from humble beginnings.
Finally, the third verse encourages the listener to not be afraid, as the birth of Jesus brings the promise of salvation for all who believe. The message of hope and joy is again emphasized as the singer reminds us that we are not alone in our struggles against evil. With the birth of Jesus, we have a powerful ally who can protect us from Satan's power and might.
Line by Line Meaning
God rest ye merry gentlemen
May God give you peace and rest, gentlemen
Let nothing you dismay
Don't let anything discourage you
Remember Christ our Savior
Think back to the birth of Jesus Christ, who came to save us
Was born on Christmas Day
He was born on the day we celebrate as Christmas
To save us all from Satan's pow'r
His birth was to rescue us from the control of Satan
When we were gone astray
When we were lost and wandering away from God's plan
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
This is good news that brings comfort and happiness
Comfort and joy
It brings us relief and happiness
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
This is good news that brings comfort and happiness
In Bethlehem, in Israel
The town of Bethlehem, which is in the country of Israel
This blessed Babe was born
Jesus Christ, who is known to be holy and special, was born
And laid within a manger
He was placed in a feeding trough used for animals because there was no room for him elsewhere
Upon this blessed morn
On this special morning
The which His Mother Mary
His mother, Mary
Did nothing take in scorn
Accepted his birth without negative feelings
Fear not then, said the Angel
Do not be afraid, as the Angel said
Let nothing you affright
Do not let anything frighten you
This day is born a Savior
Today, a savior has been born
Of a pure Virgin bright
He was born miraculously of a pure and bright Virgin named Mary
To free all those who trust in Him
To deliver and save all those who believe in Him
From Satan's pow'r and might
From the power and strength of Satan
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
This is good news that brings comfort and happiness
Comfort and joy
It brings us relief and happiness
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
This is good news that brings comfort and happiness
God rest ye merry gentlemen
May God give you peace and rest, gentlemen
Let nothing you dismay
Don't let anything discourage you
Remember Christ our Savior
Think back to the birth of Jesus Christ, who came to save us
Was born on Christmas Day
He was born on the day we celebrate as Christmas
To save us all from Satan's pow'r
His birth was to rescue us from the control of Satan
When we were gone astray
When we were lost and wandering away from God's plan
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
This is good news that brings comfort and happiness
Comfort and joy
It brings us relief and happiness
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
This is good news that brings comfort and happiness
Writer(s): Traditional
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