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Silent Night
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Jul 30, 2026 updated
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Merle Haggard's rendition of "Silent Night" is a classic Christmas hymn that reflects on the peaceful night of Jesus' birth. The lyrics describe the calm and bright scene with the virgin mother and child, and the shepherds witnessing the heavenly announcement. The song emphasizes the birth of Christ the Savior, bringing a message of peace and hope. It is a traditional carol that has been sung for generations, focusing on the nativity story and the quiet reverence of that holy night.
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Silent night, holy night, all is calm all is bright
Round young virgin mother and child, holy infant so tender and mild
Sleep in heavenly peace, sleep in heavenly peace.
(Silent night, holy night, shepherds quake at the sight)
Glories stream from heaven afar, heavely hosts sing hallelujah
Christ the Saviour is born, Christ the Saviour is born...