Josh Garrels：Meaning of O Come O Come Emmanuel Songmeaning

The song "O Come O Come Emmanuel" is a popular Christmas carol that has been sung for centuries. It tells the story of the Jewish people who were waiting for their Messiah to come and save them from their oppressors. The song starts with the plea for Emmanuel (which means "God with us") to come and rescue the captive Israelites who are mourning in exile. The Israelites had been taken into captivity by the Babylonians and were waiting for a Savior to come and deliver them. The lyrics then ask for the Dayspring from on high to come and cheer them by drawing near. This is a reference to God's promise in Isaiah 9:2 which says, "The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned." The song ends with a joyful declaration that Emmanuel will come to Israel and put an end to death's dark shadows. The message of hope and salvation is at the heart of this carol and reminds us of the true meaning of Christmas.