Veni Emmanuel

In Latin

In English

Veni, veni Emanuel! Captivum solve Israel! Qui gemit in exilio, Privatus Dei Filio. Refrain Gaude, gaude, Emanuel Nascetur pro te, Israel. Veni, veni o oriens! Solare nos adveniens, Noctis depelle nebulas, Dirasque noctis tenebras. Refrain Veni, veni Adonai! Qui populo in Sinai Legem dedisti vertice, In Maiestate gloriae. Refrain

O come, O come, Emmanuel, And ransom captive Israel, That mourns in lonely exile here Until the Son of God appear. Refrain Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel. O come, Thou Wisdom from on high, Who orderest all things mightily; To us the path of knowledge show, And teach us in her ways to go. Refrain O come, Thou Day-spring, come and cheer Our spirits by Thine advent here; Disperse the gloomy clouds of night, And death's dark shadows put to flight. Refrain O come, Desire of nations, bind In one the hearts of all mankind; Bid Thou our sad divisions cease, And be Thyself our King of Peace. Refrain

This is a traditional latin song written in the 9th century. The tune was written in the 12th century.

This is my favorite Christmas song because it really helped me get in touch with God when I was depressed. It helped me realize that He's here when I need Him all I need to do is call.

by Nicole Noa, Senior

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