Silent Night
Embracing Divine Serenity: Silent Night's Profound Message
Lyrics
Silent night, holy night
Silence surrounds, signifying reverence and peace during this sacred night.
All is calm, all is bright
Everything is tranquil and illuminated, symbolizing serenity and clarity.
Round yon virgin mother and child
Around the virgin mother and her child, portraying the tender bond between them.
Holy infant so tender and mild
The baby Jesus, holy and gentle in nature.
Sleep in heavenly peace
Rest in the peace of heaven.
Sleep in heavenly peace
Repeated emphasis on serene heavenly rest.
Silent night, holy night
Reiteration of the peaceful and sacred nature of this night.
Shepherds quake at the sight
Shepherds tremble in awe at the extraordinary sight before them.
Glories stream from heaven afar
Divine glories extend from a distant heaven.
Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia
Celestial beings sing praises, expressing joy and exultation.
Christ the savior is born
The birth of Christ, the redeemer, is announced and celebrated.
Christ the savior is born
Repeated declaration of the birth of Christ, emphasizing its significance.
Silent night, holy night
Similar to the first verse, highlighting the tranquility and sacredness of the night.
Son of God, love's pure light
Jesus, the divine Son, embodies the pure essence of love and illumination.
Radiant beams from thy holy face
Glory emanates from Jesus' holy countenance.
With the dawn of redeeming grace
Marking the arrival of grace and redemption with the coming of Jesus.
Jesus, Lord at thy birth
Recognition of Jesus as the Lord from the moment of his birth.
Jesus, Lord at thy birth
Reiteration of Jesus' Lordship at his birth, underscoring its importance.
Sleep in heavenly peace
Invoke and wish for heavenly peace during sleep.
Sleep in heavenly peace
Repeating the desire for heavenly peace during rest, emphasizing tranquility.
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