Hark! The stories behind our favorite Christmas carols
America MediaIt’s the most wonderful time of the year! The cookies, the mistletoe, the lights...oh, and the music! For Christians, Christmas carols mark a season of hope and the celebration of Jesus’ birth. Even in popular culture, these iconic jingles capture a warmth, a cheer and a nostalgia that transcends religious belonging. But where do these beloved yuletide songs come from? What inspired the people who... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 22 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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We often imagine angels as gentle and serene. But in Scripture they arrive in blinding light and overwhelming sound—so much so that their first words are almost always “Do not be afraid.” These are the messengers who burst into the night sky to meet ... more
Most Christmas carols celebrate the birth of Jesus. But not “The Coventry Carol,” the premiere episode of “Hark!” season five. This song centers on a biblical horror: the “massacre of the innocents,” King Herod’s order to kill all male babies two yea... more
On the final episode of Hark! this season, prepare yourselves for a wee bit of scandal because we’re looking at a tune that began as a bawdy love song and has long been associated with an evil monarch, but which, over the course of three centuries, f... more
If you’re in search of an ancient, theologically rich carol this season, look no further than “Of the Father’s Love Begotten.” Long before it became a Christmas carol in the 19th century, this hymn was first penned as a poem in the 4th century by Aur... more
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I was uncertain at first but was pleasantly surprised. I am not a Catholic but am a Christian. I may disagree with some of the concepts at times but really not many. I love history so I like the stories but equally enjoyed the spiritual challenges. Just great podcast. listen and share
Audible5Kindle Customer
United States16 days ago- Best Way to welcome the Christmas season!
I learned about this podcast after watching another one with Maggy Van Doren “The Spiritual Life” that I also love, this one Hark has been the best discovery to prepare for the holidays! A new season is coming but it is timeless, so I’ve been listening to the previous seasons, I LOVE IT!!! You learn, feel, elevate yourself to a special retreat with Christmas Music!
Apple Podcasts5WChFL123United States21 days ago - So many new perspectives
My favourite advent calendar, bringing so very many new insights touching on the faith, the music, the people and their history, lovingly put together in a brilliant production. Thank you for lighting up these shortening days 🙏🏻
Apple Podcasts5marxpierinx
Netherlandsa month ago - Holiday tradition
I’ve been listening to this podcast every December for several years and I eagerly await each new season’s music choices. I learn so much about the history of the carols and hymns.
Apple Podcasts53675()United States2 months ago - Review of Hark
My spirit caught FIRE after listening to 2024 series & then I downloaded all seasons!!! This was a special Christmas gift!!! I have shared it with my choir director, Lupe RIOS, at The IMMACULATA at UNIVERSITY of San Diego!! Thank you for these special moments learning about each carol!!!
Apple Podcasts5The Brickyard HouseUnited Statesa year ago
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