Silent Night is the English version of the original Austrian carol “Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht“.
Carol, Austria.
This is a popular Austrian Christmas carol, translated in many languages and covered by many famous artists.
It was composed in 1818 in Oberndorf bei Salzburg, Austria by Franz Xaver Gruber to lyrics by Joseph Mohr.
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- Silent Night Videos
- Silent Night Audio files
- Silent Night Sheet Music
- Silent Night Song Info
- Versions in other languages
Silent Night Videos
Sing Along Video
Karaoke Video
Lyrics
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
Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour is born
Christ, the Saviour 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.
Lyrics (German)
1. Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht!
Alles schläft, einsam wacht
Nur das traute, hochheilige Paar.
Holder Knabe im lockigen Haar,
Schlaf in himmlischer Ruh,
Schlaf in himmlischer Ruh.
2. Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht!
Gottes Sohn, o wie lacht
Lieb aus deinem göttlichen Mund,
Da uns schlägt die rettende Stund,
Christ, in deiner Geburt,
Christ, in deiner Geburt.
3. Stille Nacht, Heilige Nacht!
Hirten erst kundgemacht,
Durch der Engel Halleluja.
Tönt es laut von fern und nah:
Christ, der Retter ist da,
Christ, der Retter ist da
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Silent Night Audio files
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Silent Night Sheet Music
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Silent Night Song Info
“Silent Night” is one of the most beloved Christmas carols, known for its soothing melody and message of peace.
Originally written in German as “Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht” in 1818 by Joseph Mohr (lyrics) and Franz Xaver Gruber (music), the carol was first performed in a small Austrian village on Christmas Eve.
The song’s universal appeal and deep connection to the holiday spirit led to its recognition by UNESCO, which declared “Silent Night” a world cultural heritage in March 2011. This designation underscores the carol’s significance in global history and culture, marking it as a treasure shared by countless generations.
One of the most fascinating aspects of “Silent Night” is its widespread translation into nearly 140 languages, allowing people across the world to sing and connect with its message in their native tongues. This global reach has solidified its place as an iconic symbol of Christmas celebrations, transcending borders, cultures, and languages.
From grand choirs in cathedrals to intimate family gatherings, “Silent Night” continues to evoke a sense of peace, hope, and goodwill during the holiday season.
Versions in other languages
- Bulgarian: Тиха нощ, свята нощ
- Chinese: 平安夜
- Danish: Glade jul, dejlige jul
- Esperanto: Paca nokt’
- Estonian: Püha öö
- Finnish: Jouluyö, juhlayö
- French: Douce nuit, sainte nuit
- German: Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht
- Greek: Άγια νύχτα
- Hawaiian: Pō La‘i Ē
- Indonesian: Malam Kudus
- Gaelic: Oíche Chiúin
- Islandic: Heims um ból
- Italian: Astro del Ciel
- Japanese: きよしこの夜
- Catalan: Santa Nit
- Korean: 고요한 밤 거룩한 밤
- Croatian: Tiha noć
- Lithuanian: Tyli naktis
- Dutch: Stille Nacht
- Norwegian: Glade jul
- Persian: شب آرام
- Polish: Cicha noc, święta noc
- Portuguese: Noite Feliz
- Romanian: Noapte de vis
- Russian: Тихая ночь
- Scottish: Oidhche Shàmhach
- Swedish: Stilla natt, heliga natt
- Slovakian: Tichá noc, svätá noc
- Slovenian: Sveta noč
- Spanish: Noche de paz
- Czech: Tichá noc, svatá noc
- Turkish: Sessiz Gece, Kutsal Gece
- Ukranian: Тиха ніч
- Hungarian: Csendes éj
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