The Roman Church has been singing the "O" Antiphons since at least the eighth century. They are the antiphons that accompany the Magnificat canticle of Evening Prayer from December 17-23.
They are a magnificent theology that uses ancient biblical imagery drawn from the messianic hopes of the Old Testament to proclaim the coming Christ as the fulfillment not only of Old Testament hopes, but present ones as well. Their repeated use of the imperative "Come!" embodies the longing of all for the Divine Messiah.” [USCCB]
O Sapienta - “O Wisdom”
O Adonai – “O Adonai”
O Radix Jesse - “O Flower of Jesse’s Stem”
O Clavis David - “O Key of David”
O Oriens - “O Dawn of the East”
“O Radiant Dawn, splendor of eternal light, sun of justice: come and shine on those who dwell in darkness and in the shadow of death.”
O Rex gentium - “O King of all the nations”
O Emmanuel - “O Emmanuel”
O Antiphon hymn - https://thepianoguys.com/pages/o-come-emmanuel-christmas-version-the-piano-guys
May God Be Praised.
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