Hark in old English means listen, or pay attention. Herald in the same language means an official messenger, someone about to announce some very important news. This popular Christmas song that you are referring to was written by Charles Wesley, brother of John Wesley founder of the Methodist church, in 1739. read more
"Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" is the title to a popular Christmas hymn. It is also a reference to the Biblical account of the angels appearing to the shepherds to tell them that"a Savior has been born to you.". read more
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing"Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" is a Christmas carol that first appeared in 1739 in the collection Hymns and Sacred Poems, having been written by Charles Wesley. Wesley had requested and received slow and solemn music for his lyrics, not the joyful tune expected today. read more
It's"Hark, the herald angels sing.". The word 'hark' means 'to listen'. 'Herald' means to announce something, therefore, a 'herald' is a messenger. The song is telling people to stop and listen to hear the message of the angels as they announce the birth of Jesus. read more
It's"Hark, the herald angels sing." The word 'hark' means 'to listen'. 'Herald' means to announce something, therefore, a 'herald' is a messenger. The song is telling people to stop and listen to hear the message of the angels as they announce the birth of Jesus. read more