There's only one reason for the power and glory of this story: He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not. He came unto his own, and his own received him not. But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God. And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth. Only almighty God can take a tiny seed and bring forth a full harvest of fruit to bring life to the whole world!
My piano teacher just shared this story with me. I'm very glad he did. I had heard about the Christmas Eve truce before, being an old soldier myself. But this brings out so much more. Thank you for posting it.
Sorry guys. TH-cam keeps deleting my link I have put up here so many times now! How about you just search the name. Its "Oh Holy Night - (cover) by Genavieve" Copy that and search youtube and you will find it and the short version just will never be enough after you hear it all ♡
Great story but reason for being banned was political and certainly not the Church that banned it. Notice O Holy Night was performed on Christmas midnight Mass 1947; the overthrow of King Louis Philippe in February 1848. France was under constant turmoil. A catholic priest asked for this to be written. Adolphe Adam called his tune "la Marseillaise religieuse" which translated means (Religious national anthem) reflecting the republican and anti-clerical (secular), and even somewhat socialist views of Cappeau, which reflect the spirit of the original poem.
Actually, John Sullivan Dwight wasn't MOVED by the third verse, he ADDED the third verse. Dwight is the one who turned the song into an anthem of abolitionism.
Just to clarify, you say "Christmas Eve, 1871". It should be "Christmas Eve, 1870" as the Franco-Prussian War was over by "Christmas Eve, 1871." Overall, though, nice animations!
I'm a little surprised (and deeply saddened) that this otherwise very nice video did not acknowledge the source of the words. They come from Ace Collins' book, "Stories Behind the Best-Loved Songs of Christmas," Zondervan, 2001. The speaker dropped some of the words from the book but otherwise quoted it virtually verbatim.
It bothers me how many renditions of this song remove the “slave” line from the verse. Even Carrie Underwood’s version says “For the Child is our Brother”… The song isn’t quite as powerful without the correct line. It’s a shame too… her version is absolutely beautiful, and may be the best version of not for the change.
But what about the part of American Christians shortening the song because the antislavery part made them feel uncomfortable with their own racism? All of that explains why MOST Americans haven't heard the entirety of "Oh Holy Night" and why they don't know it was meant to be abolitionist propaganda
MOST Americans won't acknowledge that the North not only had slaves but ran the slave trade and sailed the slave ships. Nor will they acknowledge that the first slaves were white.
MOST Americans won't acknowledge that the North not only had slaves but ran the slave trade and sailed the slave ships. Nor will they acknowledge that the first slaves were white.
@@davidwebb8217 no... a lot of Americans acknowledge that because they think sing all of that is a way to get around the fact that black Americans experience 246 years of enslavement in this country's history and that it was definitely white people in the South who fought very hard to keep the institution alive.
@@13579hee no... they fought because they were invaded by an unconstitutional north that also had slaves and who ran the slave trade and sailed the slave ships. The war wasn't fought over slavery and Lincoln said so. You have to make it about slavery because you need a moral high ground for causing the deaths of 850k Americans including women and children black and white. Union troops were responsible for the deaths of 20k blacks in Natchez,MS alone so screw your slavery bs.
It bothers me how many renditions of this song remove the “slave” line from the verse. Even Carrie Underwood’s version says “For the Child is our Brother”… The song isn’t quite as powerful without the correct line. It’s a shame too… her version is absolutely beautiful, and may be the best version of not for the change.
There is no Christmas song greater than this
We need these Miracles now!!!
❤️🎄❤️Thank you for sharing God’s miraculous history of this beautiful carol❤️🎄❤️
This song talks of our relationship with God and man. One of the greatest ever.
When something truly is of God, it will stand the test of time and will continue to be discovered for generations to come
i love this kinda stuff - thank you for making it - AMEN! It was a Holy night when God became flesh !
O Holy Night is my favorite religious Christmas song. Mario Lanza sings it beautifully
Thank you for this very interesting story behind my favorite Christmas Carol!
It is fun to learn history of traditional Christmas songs.
There's only one reason for the power and glory of this story:
He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not.
He came unto his own, and his own received him not.
But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name:
Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God.
And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.
Only almighty God can take a tiny seed and bring forth a full harvest of fruit to bring life to the whole world!
It's powerful indeed. Created by an atheist and set to music by an unbeliever for a pagan holiday. A curious thing.
Wow this Song is so Heavenly besides the story of the War I can't for some reason Stop listening to this song
My piano teacher just shared this story with me. I'm very glad he did. I had heard about the Christmas Eve truce before, being an old soldier myself. But this brings out so much more. Thank you for posting it.
So beautiful!
I caNt stand how everyone leaves out the best verse! Makes me CRAZY!
What one please share.
This girl sings the complete song, with ALL PROPER verses!
@@bjulienem
What girl?
Sorry guys. TH-cam keeps deleting my link I have put up here so many times now! How about you just search the name. Its "Oh Holy Night - (cover) by Genavieve" Copy that and search youtube and you will find it and the short version just will never be enough after you hear it all ♡
Beautiful story, thank you sharing!
Thanks for sharing. Very interesting story. It makes it even more special than it already is.
What an interesting story!! I had never heard this before...wonderful!!
I was amazed the way you presented the story about this Christmas song.
GREAT STORY !!! FROM U.K. (2021).
MERRY CHRISTMAS everyone!!
What a lovely story to a beautifully classic song!
incredible history,happy christmas
What an incredible story.
WHAT A LOVELY HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF MY VERY FAVORITE CHRISTMAS HYMN...THANKYOU...IT MADE ME WELL UP WITH TEARS...VANCOUVER, CANADA...;)
Yes - well done.
Beautiful animation and history - great video - thank you to all!
Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you. Thank you.
Incredible story .
Great story🙏
Thanks for sharing🙏
Great story but reason for being banned was political and certainly not the Church that banned it. Notice O Holy Night was performed on Christmas midnight Mass 1947; the overthrow of King Louis Philippe in February 1848. France was under constant turmoil. A catholic priest asked for this to be written. Adolphe Adam called his tune "la Marseillaise religieuse" which translated means (Religious national anthem) reflecting the republican and anti-clerical (secular), and even somewhat socialist views of Cappeau, which reflect the spirit of the original poem.
Smart man, you are! Very correct as well! Thank you for that easy to understand explaination!
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Actually, John Sullivan Dwight wasn't MOVED by the third verse, he ADDED the third verse. Dwight is the one who turned the song into an anthem of abolitionism.
"Truce in the Forest" movie about Christmas eve with American & German soldiers on WW11
Just to clarify, you say "Christmas Eve, 1871". It should be "Christmas Eve, 1870" as the Franco-Prussian War was over by "Christmas Eve, 1871." Overall, though, nice animations!
What's 1 year, come on!
@@b.juliene A lot can happen in a year. :)
@@HistoryandHeadlines ok, you are correct.. especially after I read your "name" - your comment is totally appropriate!
@@b.juliene Thanks!
I'm a little surprised (and deeply saddened) that this otherwise very nice video did not acknowledge the source of the words. They come from Ace Collins' book, "Stories Behind the Best-Loved Songs of Christmas," Zondervan, 2001. The speaker dropped some of the words from the book but otherwise quoted it virtually verbatim.
so whatever happened to Pastor David he has never visit the church for a very very long time
It bothers me how many renditions of this song remove the “slave” line from the verse. Even Carrie Underwood’s version says “For the Child is our Brother”… The song isn’t quite as powerful without the correct line. It’s a shame too… her version is absolutely beautiful, and may be the best version of not for the change.
But what about the part of American Christians shortening the song because the antislavery part made them feel uncomfortable with their own racism?
All of that explains why MOST Americans haven't heard the entirety of "Oh Holy Night" and why they don't know it was meant to be abolitionist propaganda
MOST Americans won't acknowledge that the North not only had slaves but ran the slave trade and sailed the slave ships. Nor will they acknowledge that the first slaves were white.
MOST Americans won't acknowledge that the North not only had slaves but ran the slave trade and sailed the slave ships. Nor will they acknowledge that the first slaves were white.
@@davidwebb8217 no... a lot of Americans acknowledge that because they think sing all of that is a way to get around the fact that black Americans experience 246 years of enslavement in this country's history and that it was definitely white people in the South who fought very hard to keep the institution alive.
@@13579hee no... they fought because they were invaded by an unconstitutional north that also had slaves and who ran the slave trade and sailed the slave ships. The war wasn't fought over slavery and Lincoln said so. You have to make it about slavery because you need a moral high ground for causing the deaths of 850k Americans including women and children black and white. Union troops were responsible for the deaths of 20k blacks in Natchez,MS alone so screw your slavery bs.
The background music is so annoyingly loud.
This video gets many details wrong.
False. Adam was a baptized Catholic as he received a Catholic funeral.
It bothers me how many renditions of this song remove the “slave” line from the verse. Even Carrie Underwood’s version says “For the Child is our Brother”… The song isn’t quite as powerful without the correct line. It’s a shame too… her version is absolutely beautiful, and may be the best version of not for the change.