https://wikimd.org/index.php?action=history&feed=atom&title=Long_Ago%2C_Prophets_Knew 2026-04-27T15:38:24Z Revision history for this page on the wiki MediaWiki 1.44.2 https://wikimd.org/index.php?title=Long_Ago,_Prophets_Knew&diff=5824815&oldid=prev 2024-05-25T23:36:30Z

<p>CSV import</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[File:Duccio_di_Buoninsegna_-_The_Nativity_with_the_Prophets_Isaiah_and_Ezekiel_-_Google_Art_Project.jpg|thumb|Duccio di Buoninsegna - The Nativity with the Prophets Isaiah and Ezekiel - Google Art Project|thumb|Duccio di Buoninsegna - The Nativity with the Prophets Isaiah and Ezekiel - Google Art Project]] == Long Ago, Prophets Knew ==<br /> <br /> &#039;&#039;&#039;Long Ago, Prophets Knew&#039;&#039;&#039; is a traditional [[Christmas carol]] that has been sung for many years during the [[Christmas]] season. The carol is known for its reflective lyrics and its connection to the [[prophecies]] of the [[Old Testament]] regarding the birth of [[Jesus Christ]].<br /> <br /> === History ===<br /> The origins of &quot;Long Ago, Prophets Knew&quot; are somewhat obscure, but it is believed to have been written in the 20th century. The carol is often included in collections of [[Christmas carols]] and is sung in [[churches]] and at [[Christmas concerts]] around the world.<br /> <br /> === Lyrics ===<br /> The lyrics of &quot;Long Ago, Prophets Knew&quot; focus on the [[prophecies]] made by [[Old Testament]] prophets about the coming of the [[Messiah]]. The carol reflects on the fulfillment of these prophecies with the birth of [[Jesus Christ]] in [[Bethlehem]].<br /> <br /> === Musical Composition ===<br /> The melody of &quot;Long Ago, Prophets Knew&quot; is simple and solemn, making it suitable for both congregational singing and choral arrangements. The carol is often performed a cappella or with minimal accompaniment, such as an [[organ]] or [[piano]].<br /> <br /> === Significance ===<br /> &quot;Long Ago, Prophets Knew&quot; holds a special place in the repertoire of [[Christmas carols]] due to its focus on the [[biblical]] prophecies and their fulfillment. It serves as a reminder of the [[spiritual]] significance of the [[Christmas]] season and the [[Christian]] belief in the coming of the [[Messiah]].<br /> <br /> === See Also ===<br /> * [[Christmas carol]]<br /> * [[Christmas]]<br /> * [[Prophecy]]<br /> * [[Old Testament]]<br /> * [[Jesus Christ]]<br /> * [[Bethlehem]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Christmas carols]]<br /> [[Category:Christian hymns]]<br /> [[Category:Christmas music]]<br /> <br /> {{Christmas-stub}}</div>

Prab