Still Still Still
Embracing Silent Nights: Unveiling the Meaning of 'Still Still Still'
Lyrics
Still, still, still,
Expression of calmness and tranquility.
One can hear the falling snow.
Imagery of snow falling, emphasizing silence.
For all is hushed,
Universal quietness and stillness.
The world is sleeping,
A metaphor for a peaceful, dormant world.
Holy Star its vigil keeping.
Reference to the Holy Star, symbolizing a sacred moment.
Still, still, still,
Repetition for emphasis on stillness.
One can hear the falling snow.
Reiteration of the quiet atmosphere with the falling snow.
Sleep, sleep, sleep,
Transition to a new theme, inviting sleep.
'Tis the eve of our Saviour's birth.
Acknowledgment of the night before the birth of Jesus.
The night is peaceful all around you,
Description of the peacefulness of the night.
Close your eyes,
Encouragement to close one's eyes, preparing for sleep.
Let sleep surround you.
Expression of the comforting nature of sleep.
Sleep, sleep, sleep,
Repetition, reinforcing the call for sleep.
'Tis the eve of our Saviour's birth.
Restating the significance of the night before Jesus' birth.
Dream, dream, dream,
Introducing the idea of dreaming as an activity during sleep.
Of the joyous day to come.
Anticipation of a joyous future day.
While guardian angels without number,
Mention of guardian angels, suggesting divine protection.
Watch you as you sweetly slumber.
Guardian angels watching over the peaceful slumber.
Dream, dream, dream,
Repetition, emphasizing the act of dreaming.
Of the joyous day to come.
Reiteration of the anticipation of a joyful future day.
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