Silent night is a contemplative Christmas hymn that’s been sung by millions around the world for more than 200 years. In this video, I’ll explain the history, biblical inspiration, and message of this invaluable Christmas carol. Let’s take a closer look at the world-famous creation of Joseph Mohr and Franz Gruber.
Silent Night
1 Silent night, holy night!
All is calm, all is bright
round yon virgin mother and child!
Holy infant, so tender and mild,
sleep in heavenly peace,
sleep in heavenly peace.
2 Silent night, holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight:
glories stream from heaven afar,
heav’nly hosts sing, “Alleluia!
Christ the Savior is born,
Christ the Savior is born!”
3 Silent night, holy night!
Son of God, love’s pure light,
radiant, beams from thy holy face
with the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at thy birth,
Jesus, Lord, at thy birth!
4 Silent night, holy night!
Wondrous star, lend thy light.
With the angels let us sing
“Alleluia” to our King,
“Christ the Savior is born,
Christ the Savior is born.”
Voices Together #244 from Hymnary