A traditional Christmas carol with roots in 18th-century England, often linked to Catholic liturgical traditions. Its Latin version, "Adeste Fideles," gained global popularity and has been translated into over 40 languages.
The carol is an English translation of the Latin hymn "Adeste Fideles", traditionally attributed to John Francis Wade.
One of the most famous Christmas carols, "O Come, All Ye Faithful" (Latin: "Adeste Fideles") was likely composed by John F. Wade in the 18th century. Its exact origins are debated, but Wade's manuscript is the earliest known source. The English translation emerged in the 19th century.
Traditional English translation of the 18th century Latin hymn "Adeste Fideles", frequently attributed to John Francis Wade. One of the most popular Christmas carols worldwide.
The hymn "O Come All Ye Faithful" uses a melody by John Bacchus Dykes, a 19th-century English composer known for his church music. The Latin version "Adeste Fideles" predates Dykes' contribution, but his harmonization became standard in English-speaking countries.
