The lyrics of the old carol 'O Holy Night' was written by Placide Cappeau de Roquemaure in 1847. It was actually written in French which was later translated by Adolphe Adam in the same year. The song, in French was called 'Minuit, chrétiens
which means 'Midnight, Christians'.
"Silent Night (, Holy Night)"
Silent night holy night
The lines "Holy infant, so tender and mild" are from the Christmas carol "Silent Night."
"O Holy Night" was a poem written in French by Placide Cappeau in 1847 who then asked his friend Adolphe Adams to compose music for it. It was translated into English by John Sullivan Dwight in 1855.
Silent night
The Christmas carol you are referring to is likely "O Holy Night." This carol speaks to the themes of hope and redemption during a time of darkness, celebrating the birth of Jesus as a sacred and transformative event. The lyrics emphasize the significance of this holy night and the light it brings into the world.
Silent Night
Paul Rosel has written: 'Silent night! holy night!'
Silent night, Holy night
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Silent Night
This song is Silent Night. And the first line (which is in the question) can be translated to "Silent night, holy night. All is calm, all is bright."