Gabriels Message - Traditional

The angel Gabriel from heaven came,
His wings as drifted snow, his eyes as flame;
'All hail,' said he, 'thou lowly maiden Mary,
Most highly favored lady.' Gloria!

'For know a blessed mother thou shalt be,
All generations laud and honor thee,
Thy Son shall be Emmanuel, by seers foretold,
Most highly favored lady.' Gloria!

Then gentle Mary meekly bowed her head,
'To me be as it pleaseth God,' she said,
'My soul shall laud and magnify his holy name.'
Most highly favored lady. Gloria!

Of her, Emmanuel, the Christ, was born
In Bethlehem, all on a Christmas morn,
And Christian folk throughout the world will ever say:
'Most highly favored lady.' Gloria!

Gabriels Message lyrics (The Angel Gabriel from Heaven Came) are based on a traditional Basque folk song and are known for their haunting and elegant melody. The song captures the moment the archangel Gabriel appears to Mary to announce that she will bear the Savior. It emphasizes Marys humility and her faithful response to the divine call. By singing the Gabriels Message lyrics the faithful reflect on the profound mystery of the Incarnation and the beginning of the Christmas story highlighting the pivotal role of Mary in bringing the Light of the World into human history.