There’s something wonderfully reassuring about this carol – from its peaceful lyrics to its soaring descant. Here’s the story behind ‘O Little Town of Bethlehem’. ‘O Little Town of Bethlehem’ is one ...

“O little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie,” begins a beloved Christmas carol sung since 1868, paying homage to Jesus’ birthplace. But have you heard of Bethlehem, Connecticu ...

According to the city’s official website, the town of Bethlehem was christened on Christmas Eve of that year. It’s not the only town in the area to be named after a biblical location — the ...

But do you know how some of the world's best-known Christmas tunes were created ... But he’s best known for penning “O Little ...

Many festive traditions, from the Christmas tree to carols including Silent Night, O Little Town Of Bethlehem and Good King Wenceslas, and even eating turkey and Christmas pudding, date back to ...

As for “O Little Town of Bethlehem,” he said ... hearing the stories and the depth behind some of these Christmas carols.” Among the history Bachman shared, Phillips Brooks’ inspiration ...