Lyrics
O holy night the stars are brightly shining
It is the night of our dear Savior's birth
Long lay the world in sin and error pining
Till He appeared and the soul felt its worth
A thrill of hope the weary world rejoices
For yonder breaks a new glorious morn
Fall on your knees
O hear the angels' voices
O night divine
O night when Christ was born
Truly He taught us to love one another
His law is love, and His gospel is peace
Chains shall He break for the slave is our brother
And in His name all oppression shall cease
Christ is the Lord
O praise His name forever
His power and glory evermore proclaim
Holy, Holy, are You Lord, God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb, Worthy is the Lamb
You are Holy, Holy, are You Lord, God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb, Worthy is the Lamb
You are Holy
O holy night the stars are brightly shining
It is the night of our dear Savior's birth
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Meaning & Inspiration
A Thrill of Hope brings the Nativity hymn O Holy Night together with the Agnus Dei declaration of the Lamb’s worthiness. The lyrics move from a world wearied by sin and oppression to the hope and worship attached to Christ’s birth. The command to fall on one’s knees places the Nativity not only as a story to remember, but as a revelation that calls for praise.
The final section extends that worship through the words “Worthy is the Lamb.” This language clearly echoes the heavenly praise in Revelation 5, connecting the child in the manger with the redeeming Lamb. The song’s emphasis on love, peace, liberation, and Christ’s glory keeps the celebration of Christmas centered on the meaning of His coming.
Related Scripture
- Luke 2:10-14 The angels announce Christ’s birth as good news and proclaim glory to God.
- John 1:29 John identifies Jesus as God’s Lamb who takes away sin.
- Revelation 5:12 The heavenly chorus declares the Lamb worthy of power and glory.