Gloria Cantan Los Querubes

“Gloria Cantan Los Querubes” by Villancicos is a beautiful and evocative Christmas carol that captures the essence of the nativity story. The song opens with cherubs singing “Gloria” in the hills of Bethlehem, a reference to the angelic announcement of Jesus' birth. The repetition of “Gloria a Dios en el cielo” (Glory to God in the highest) throughout the song emphasizes the divine celebration and the heavenly joy surrounding this sacred event.

The lyrics invite mortals to come and witness the miracle of Jesus' birth in a humble manger. This imagery highlights the contrast between the divine nature of Jesus and the simplicity of his earthly arrival. The line “Al que fabricó la tierra y al que es de los reyes Rey” (To the one who made the earth and who is the King of kings) underscores the significance of Jesus' birth, portraying him as both the creator and the ultimate ruler.

The song also paints a tender picture of the infant Jesus, describing how the sun got entangled in the straw of the manger to make swaddling clothes for the baby. This poetic metaphor suggests that even the elements of nature are participating in the celebration of Jesus' birth. The final verse brings the focus back to the shepherds, who are repeating the angelic song at the entrance of the stable, symbolizing the spread of the joyous news to all of humanity.

“Gloria Cantan Los Querubes” is a rich tapestry of religious imagery and poetic language, celebrating the birth of Jesus with a sense of wonder and reverence. It invites listeners to join in the heavenly praise and reflect on the profound significance of the nativity story.