"Deilig er jorden" (Fairest Lord Jesus) is a Danish hymn with roots in medieval Silesian melodies. Iver Holter, a Norwegian Romantic-era composer, may have arranged or popularized this version.
"Deilig er jorden" (Beautiful is the Earth) is a Danish hymn based on a German folk melody. Iver Holter, a prominent Norwegian Romantic composer and conductor, created one of its most renowned choral arrangements. His version elevated the hymn's status in Scandinavian sacred music, blending traditional Lutheran motifs with Romantic orchestration. The work remains a Christmas staple in Nordic countries.
