The History Behind the Hymn, “O Holy Night.”
Dec 13, 2024 · The hymn ‘O Holy Night’ has an interesting backstory. The musical score was written in 1847 by a Jewish composer, Adolphe Adam, adapted from a french poem named …
O Holy Night - Wikipedia
Based on the French-language poem Minuit, chrétiens, written in 1843 by poet Placide Cappeau, it was set to music by composer Adolphe Adam. The English version, with small changes to …
'O Holy Night' Lyrics: Bible Meaning and Author's Story
Dec 22, 2020 · Every Christmas, when we listen to the lyrics to ‘O Holy Night,’ we can reflect on the night of Jesus’ birth. This article will explain the origins of the song.
The intriguing history of 'O Holy Night' - UMC.org
Dec 7, 2022 · Scandal, politics and ground-breaking moments power the history of the popular Christmas song, "O Holy Night."
The Story Behind the Song O Holy Night - Ann H. Gabhart
Dec 16, 2019 · Since “O Holy Night” was first sung at a small Christmas mass in 1847, the song has been sung millions of times in churches in every corner of the world. And since the …
The Story of the Greatest Christmas Carol (“O Holy Night”)
Dec 23, 2020 · Placide Cappeau of Roquemaure, France wrote the poem in 1843 at the behest of the local parish priest who was elated that the church organ had been repaired. The music …
The Amazing Story of 'O Holy Night' - Beliefnet
The Amazing Story of 'O Holy Night' Declared 'unfit for church services' in France and later embraced by U.S. abolitionists, the song continues to inspire.