Silent Night – Traditional Christmas Hymn | Franz Gruber & Joseph Mohr
Silent Night (Stille Nacht) stands as one of Christianity’s most popular Christmas carols, first performed on Christmas Eve 1818. This enduring hymn captures the peaceful wonder of Christ’s birth in Bethlehem.
The song was composed by Franz Gruber with lyrics by Joseph Mohr in Oberndorf, Austria. According to historical accounts, it was first performed with guitar accompaniment at the St. Nicholas Church when the church organ was not functioning. The original German text “Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht” was written by Mohr in 1816, while serving as an assistant pastor.
Key Themes:
– The holy night of Christ’s birth
– The divine peace surrounding the nativity
– The incarnation of Christ as both human and divine
– Mary and Jesus’ intimate mother-child bond
– The announcement to the shepherds
– The proclamation of salvation’s dawn
Performed here by St Martin’s Voices
Liturgical Season:
Christmas
Historical Impact:
The hymn has been translated into over 140 languages. Its simple melody and profound lyrics have made it a cornerstone of Christmas worship services worldwide. The UNESCO declared it an intangible cultural heritage in 2011.
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