The Christmas carol, "Silent Night, All is calm, all is bright" originated in Austria on this day (24-dec) in 1818...
"Silent Night" stands out for its simplicity, yet profound impact... Its heartfelt lyrics and gentle melody capture the essence of Christmas, promoting a sense of peace and tranquility...
The story of its humble origin, composed for a small Saint Nicholas church in Oberndorf, a town in the State of Salzburg, Austria - adds to its charm, making it a special and enduring part of holiday traditions worldwide...
"Silent Night," composed by Franz Xaver Gruber for the lyrics of Joseph Mohr, the priest, still stands as a timeless Christmas classic...
The 150 years of "Silent Night" was honored by the Austrian Postal Administration with the release of a 2-Austrian schilling postage stamp in 1968...
The text on the stamp in German translates to...
150 Jahre Stille Nacht, Heilige Nacht - 150 years of Silent Night Holy Night
Krippe der Gedächtniskapelle Oberndorf - Salzburg - Nativity scene of the memorial
chapel Oberndorf - Salzburg
Republik Österreich - Republic of Austria
This stamp can be collected under the following themes:
(a) Christmas...
(c) Religion...
(d) Feasts...
(e) Carving items / Architecture...
(f) Anniversaries / Jubilees...
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