Thursday, January 4, 2018

Shotokan Karate



" The other day I was reading an article about a Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter named, Lyoto “the Dragon” Machida. (Pronounced, lee-oh’Toe ma-chee’da) 


Basically the article was about his martial arts background in Shotokan karate, a Japanese karate style and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. 


He has a very impressive MMA record of 16-1-0. 


The excitement about this particular fighter is that he has been bringing back “stand-up fighting” from the domination of ground fighting that has been the predominant style in the MMA.


I think this is interesting because karate traditionally had the elements of “all” fighting, which included, knees, elbows, takedowns and grappling, that were essentially changed to make it safer in these modern times, usually for the purpose of point fighting or another words a sports oriented activity.
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It is still this way to some degree in MMA, that is a sports minded fighting style, but with full contact and many less rules, much closer to original fighting systems.


What is even more interesting is that the karate legend, Joe Lewis, analyzed Mr. Machida’s style of fighting.


 


Which to me felt very reminiscent to our English martial arts. 




He says, “…three factors emphasized in karate training which he (Machida) employs. 




First his stances; they are defensive which forces your opponent to lead. 


Thus, his opponents are forced to fight his fight. Next is range; he uses distance against them, denying them access to the pocket. 




Therefore most attack from out of effective range. The third is his explosiveness. 




No other art form perfects the trigger squeeze like old-school karate teaching.”


Machida tends to rely on cautious and precise counterstriking that frustrates his opponents into making mistakes.

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His fighting style and English martial arts clearly utilizes some similar principles. 




Defensive by nature, not offensive. 

 


Keeping distance that forces the opponent to use slower times to reach you which in turn denies the place, or “pocket”, as Mr. Lewis calls it. Utilizing explosive counter striking when the opponent is wide spaced and using a slow time, known as ‘swarming’ in our style.


The understanding and employment of these, among other principles of the true fight, are what allows you to be safe and the opponent to be hit.



These kinds of fighters, regardless of style, are always fun to watch as they utlize the principles and win!



Everyone loves a winner after all, but as I tell my students, as you learn the English martial arts you will also begin to have fun at watching combat, whether it be stage, sports or the real thing! 



Why, because you can see clearly what and why things worked, based on the true or false fight. So keep an eye out for this Machida guy, and if you see one of his fights, see if he really does know the True Fight! "


The American Academy of English Martial Arts, the American chapter school of the Company of Maisters.



The question you have to ask yourself when you have a dream of a key is “what is the problem I have today that needs a solution” The key is a common apparition in dreams and it is the omen of new discoveries, new settings, fresh ideas, thoughts or feelings, new experiences and new knowledge that has been hidden from you before. Dreaming of a key suggests that you should now be open to a big change in your life, personality, and new beginnings.

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Detailed dream interpretation: Dreaming of a key is symbolic to discovering the unknown and it refers mainly to your psyche. 


A key in a dream can also portend personality development and spiritual growth. 
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Usually, there is a secret, a mysterious situation in your life, and you are looking for solutions; this is when the key appears in your dream.



If you lose a key, this is the omen of a period of "life" that is coming to an end.



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Finding a key in your dream can mean that you have met your soul mate. 




A key can also be a warning, especially if in your waking life you are just planning a trip or a big change in your life setting.
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The appearance of a key in this context suggests that the time for this trip or change is not appropriate and you should probably postpone it.


Dreaming that you have been taken captive and you are missing a key means that you are carrying too many problems at the moment. 
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If a key shows up (out of the blue), this suggests you need to find solutions for your current problems -, and you will do so, skillfully and with tact.




Spiritually speaking the appearance of a key in your dream suggests that at the moment you need to liberate yourself from an incriminating situation in your waking life and go towards positive situations and attitudes. 




If the key in your dream is made of silver or gold, this indicates strong spiritual power.



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Using a key in your dream indicates that you are probably involved in some confidential matters and you need some explanations for this. 



If in your dream you forge a key, this foretells that a happy relationship in your life will be disturbed and may even come to an end. Being in a key shop it means that you cannot impose your love on someone. Having a key in your hand indicates that you are very sure of yourself and your actions in life. 




To get a key cut means that new opportunities will come to you soon. Losing a key means that an informal dispute with someone will upset you. This will hurt deeply and you will not be able to find understanding among your loved ones. 
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The same dream can portend the loss of an important opportunity. 




If you find a key in your dream this means that you will be liberated from an embarrassment that has been worrying you lately and that your new plans will bring you new chances, especially in your love life.

 
The dream about keys is a dream that refers to solutions to problems. 


The question you have to ask yourself when you have a dream of a key is “what is the problem I have today that needs a solution”.
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The key is a common apparition in dreams and it is the omen of new discoveries, new settings, fresh ideas, thoughts or feelings, new experiences and new knowledge that has been hidden from you before.


Dreaming of a key suggests that you should now be open to a big change in your life, personality, and new beginnings.




Detailed dream interpretation: Dreaming of a key is symbolic to
discovering the unknown and it refers mainly to your psyche. 





A key in a dream can also portend personality development and spiritual growth.




Usually, there is a secret, a mysterious situation in your life, and you are looking for solutions; this is when the key appears in your dream. 




If you lose a key, this is the omen of a period of "life" that is coming to an end. Finding a key in your dream can mean that you have met your soulmate. 




A key can also be a warning, especially if in your waking life you are just planning a trip or a big change in your life setting.



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The appearance of a key in this context suggests that the time for this trip or change is not appropriate and you should probably postpone it.  




Dreaming that you have been taken captive and you are missing a key means that you are carrying too many problems at the moment. 




If a key shows up (out of the blue), this suggests you need to find solutions for your current problems -, and you will do so, skillfully and with tact.  




Spiritually speaking the appearance of a key in your dream suggests that at the moment you need to liberate yourself from an incriminating situation in your waking life and go towards positive situations and attitudes. 






If the key in your dream is made of silver or gold, this indicates strong spiritual power.



Using a key in your dream indicates that you are probably involved in some confidential matters and you need some explanations for this. 




If in your dream you forge a key, this foretells that a happy relationship in your life will be disturbed and may even come to an end. 




Being in a key shop it means that you cannot impose your love on someone. Having a key in your hand indicates that you are very sure of yourself and your actions in life. To get a key cut means that new opportunities will come to you soon. What does it mean to generally dream about keys? 




Keys in dreams generally opening the door to something in life. Most people dream of using keys to open the car, alternatively open the door or to open a box in a dream. Different dreams regarding keys can signify a whole range of situations. Keys are often associated with working hard in life moving forward with agility.a key means that an informal dispute with someone will upset you. 




This will hurt deeply and you will not be able to find understanding among your loved ones. The same dream can portend the loss of an important opportunity. If you find a key in your dream this means that you will be liberated from an embarrassment that has been worrying you lately and that your new plans will bring you new chances, especially in your love life. 




Spiritually keys are connected to our higher self and also opportunities. When we quantum jump we often use keys in order to open different planes of life. Spiritually, keys suggest the purpose of life and the opportunities and control we have in life. 




Car keys in dreams: To see your own car key in the dream or
to lose your car key implies that you are going to gain wisdom in
life. Car keys symbolize movement and progression especially in a
work context.





The dream about keys is a dream that refers to solutions to problems. The question you have to ask yourself when you have a dream of a key is “what is the problem I have today that needs a solution” The key is a common apparition in dreams and it is the omen of new discoveries, new settings, fresh ideas, thoughts or feelings, new experiences and new knowledge that has been hidden from you before.
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Dreaming of a key suggests that you should now be open to a big
change in your life, personality, and new beginnings. Dreaming of a key is symbolic to discovering the unknown and it refers mainly to your psyche. 





A key in  dream can also portend personality development and spiritual growth. Usually, there is a secret, a mysterious situation in your life, and you are looking for solutions; this is when the key appears in your dream. If you lose a key, this is the omen of a period of "life" that is coming to an end.  




Finding a key in your dream can mean that you have met your soulmate. A key can also be a warning, especially if in your waking life you are just planning a trip or a big change in your life setting. The appearance of a key in this context suggests that the time for this trip or change is not appropriate and you should probably postpone it.




Dreaming that you have been taken captive and you are missing a key means that you are carrying too many problems at the moment. If a key shows up (out of the blue), this suggests you need to find solutions for your current problems -, and you will do so, skillfully and with tact. 



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Spiritually speaking the appearance of a key in your dream suggests that at the moment you need to liberate yourself from an incriminating situation in your waking life and go towards positive situations and attitudes. 




If the key in your dream is made of silver or gold, this indicates strong spiritual power. Using a key in your dream indicates that you are probably involved in some confidential matters and you need some explanations for this. 




If in your dream you forge a key, this foretells that a happy relationship in your life will be disturbed and may even come to an end. Being in a key shop it means that you cannot impose your love on someone. 




Having a key in your hand indicates that you are very sure of yourself and your actions in life. To get a key cut means that new opportunities will come to you soon.




Losing a key means that an informal dispute with someone will upset you. This will hurt deeply and you will not be able to find
understanding among your loved ones. The same dream can portend the loss of an important opportunity. 





If you find a key in your dream this means that you will be liberated from an embarrassment that has been worrying you lately and that your new plans will bring you new chances, especially in your love life.




What does it mean to generally dream about keys? Keys in dreams
generally opening the door to something in life. Most people dream of using keys to open the car, alternatively open the door or to open a box in a dream. 





Different dreams regarding keys can signify a whole range of situations. Keys are often associated with working hard in life moving forward with agility.




Spiritually keys are connected to our higher self and also opportunities. When we quantum jump we often use keys in order to open different planes of life. Spiritually, keys suggest the purpose of life and the opportunities and control we have in life. 





Car keys in dreams: To see your own car key in the dream or
to lose your car key implies that you are going to gain wisdom in
life. Car keys symbolize movement and progression especially in a
work context. 

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To see yourself opening a door using a key then this dream signifies that you have hidden talents in life. This may be identified through an unusual situation. 




The door itself represents a new opportunity in life and if you can successfully open the door with the key then your own talents will be used for the greater good. 




If you try to open the door with the key but you are unable to then this can suggest that you’re going to have blockages and delays in life.




The talent that you do have will not suffice. Unable to open a door with the key can also foretell that you may forget about the good things in life. 




From the symbolic perspective doors in dreams represent new opportunities and the key is a symbolic omen of opening up the opportunity of life. 
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If you see yourself being chased in a dream and you open a door in order to quickly shut it you cannot find your key all your key drops on the floor then this indicates that you need to be calmer in life and relax, if there is an intense amount of competition around you need to try to beat that competition you can make it and win.  




The dream about keys is a dream that refers to solutions to problems. The question you have to ask yourself when you have a dream of a key is “what is the problem I have today that needs a solution.


The key is a common apparition in dreams and it is the omen of new discoveries, new settings, fresh ideas, thoughts or feelings, new experiences and new knowledge that has been hidden from you before.  




Dreaming of a key suggests that you should now be open to a big change in your life, personality, and new beginnings. Detailed dream interpretation: Dreaming of a key is symbolic to discovering the unknown and it refers mainly to your psyche. 




A key in a dream can also portend personality development and spiritual growth. Usually, there is a secret, a mysterious situation in your life, and you are looking for solutions; this is when the key appears in your dream. 




If you lose a key, this is the omen of a period of "life" that is coming to an end. Finding a key in your dream can mean that you have met your soulmate. 





A key can also be a warning, especially if in your waking life you are just planning a trip or a big change in your life setting. 




The appearance of a key in this context suggests that the time for this trip or change is not appropriate and you should probably postpone it.




Dreaming that you have been taken captive and you are missing a key means that you are carrying too many problems at the moment. If a key shows up (out of the blue), this suggests you need to find solutions for your current problems -, and you will do so, skillfully and with tact.  





Spiritually speaking the appearance of a key in your dream suggests that at the moment you need to liberate yourself from an incriminating situation in your waking life and go towards positive situations and attitudes. 




If the key in your dream is made of silver or gold, this indicates strong spiritual power.


Using a key in your dream indicates that you are probably involved in some confidential matters and you need some explanations for this. 




If in your dream you forge a key, this foretells that a happy relationship in your life will be disturbed and may even come to an end. Being in a key shop it means that you cannot impose your love on someone. 




Having a key in your hand indicates that you are very sure of yourself and your actions in life. To get a key cut means that new opportunities will come to you soon.  




Losing a key means that an informal dispute with someone will upset you. This will hurt deeply and you will not be able to find understanding among your loved ones. 
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The same dream can portend the loss of an important opportunity. If you find a key in your dream this means that you will be liberated from an embarrassment that has been worrying you lately and that your new plans will bring you new chances, especially in your love life.  




What does it mean to generally dream about keys? Keys in dreams generally opening the door to something in life. 




Most people dream of using keys to open the car, alternatively open the door or to open a box in a dream. 
...



Different dreams regarding keys can signify a whole range of situations. Keys are often associated with working hard in life moving forward with agility.




Spiritually keys are connected to our higher self and also opportunities. When we quantum jump we often use keys in order to open different planes of life. 




Spiritually, keys suggest the purpose of life and the opportunities and control we have in life.




Car keys in dreams: To see your own car key in the dream or to lose your car key implies that you are going to gain wisdom in life. Car keys symbolize movement and progression especially in a work context. 




What does a dream of using a key to open or lock a door mean? To see yourself opening a door using a key then this dream signifies that you have hidden talents in life. This may be identified through an unusual situation. 
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The door itself represents a new opportunity in life and if you can successfully open the door with the key then your own talents will be used for the greater good. 




If you try to open the door with the key but you are unable to then this can suggest that you’re going to have blockages and delays in life. The talent that you do have will not suffice. 




Unable to open a door with the key can also foretell that you may forget about the good things in life. 



From the symbolic perspective doors in dreams represent new opportunities and the key is a symbolic omen of opening up the opportunity of life.  




If you see yourself being chased in a dream and you open a door in order to quickly shut it you cannot find your key all your key drops on the floor then this indicates that you need to be calmer in life and relax, if there is an intense amount of competition around you need to try to beat that competition you can make it and win. 




What does it mean to be unable to lock a door in your dream? As I have highlighted above - if you are unable to lock the door when you are unable to protect what you have already achieved in life. 




The inability to unlock a door with the key indicates that there is an opportunity for growth but you must focus on your own goals and objectives in life.  




What do dreams of finding a key mean? Finding a key in a dream can represent a number of important areas of your life. 




These are associated with accomplishments - you are always into much of a hurry to make allowances for other people. 
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In return, these people can take advantage of you. If the key is golden and you find this key indicates that you will have much enthusiasm for life.




The hard work that you have shown over the years indicates your efforts will be fruitful. 




Any project you’re currently working on will be a success. What do receiving keys in a dream mean? 
 


To be given a set of keys in a dream is considered quite a lucky omen. It suggests that you will have a number of different opportunities that you will consider. 




If the keys are “car keys”  and somebody else is going to give you the opportunity that you need to progress in life. What do silver keys in a dream mean? 




Seeing a silver key in a dream indicates that you will find out a hidden secret. 




It can also suggest a new opportunity that will give you financial gain. 




The key itself is also a powerful symbolism and the silver key indicates protection from others.




What do several keys in the dream mean? To see more than one key
indicates that you are going to undertake a journey in life. 






Something may happen in a work context that will be advantageous. You will also show affection to other people. 




Generally, the message is “rule with your feelings” and you may be deceived or led into doing something wrong by another.  




Seeing a pile of keys on a table denotes that you are going to make some errors you are unsure of the opportunities to take. 




If you dream of a set of car keys, this generally indicates you are scared of change. You are unsure about which way you are headed.




What does a golden key mean in a dream? To see a golden key in a
dream indicates that you’re going to have the freedom to make an
important decision in the future. 





It indicates wealth and prosperity and that you have the power to change any situation for the greater good.  




You love to make a parade of any generous actions which may be called upon to perform, this will lead to greater satisfaction in life. 




To use the golden key to open a door or start a mode of transport in the dream implies that you are going to is other people the opportunity to progress in life.




What does two keys mean in a dream? If you dream about two keys then this suggests that there are two paths you can take in life. You are unsure which path to focus on the key itself is an opportunity for greater good.




What does it mean to dream of losing keys? To lose a key in a dream suggests that gossip and uncertainty well into your life. 




You will find that somebody’s temperament will be uncertain and this can cause much friction in your own life. 




Moreover, if you lost your house keys then this is a sign that you are going to be swayed by the passion in the future. 
 


The house key also represents your own relationships in life. You may find somebody treating you in an unexpected manner.




Trying to find your keys in your dream: To be searching for a set of keys in your dream indicates possible confusion in the future. The fact you cannot find the key means you cannot see opportunity place before you. 




Obsessional behavior is typical when this dream appears. There is a tendency to avoid facing any difficult problems and in addition, you are unlikely to use your time to the best of its ability. 




It can mean that you will waste time on a project that is not going to deliver the financial rewards that you require. What does it mean to see someone else with keys in your dream? 




To see someone elderly with keys in a dream: The elderly person in your dream indicates the problem-solving skills you need to acquire in order to progress. 




The elderly person with keys indicates that you are faced with action in the future - and try to resolve any problems in your current life. 




To see a child with keys in a dream: To give a child a set of keys, or for the child to be playing with toy keys suggests that there will be an unconventional problem in the future. 


If the child is given the keys to open a door in your dream then you are going to learn a lot from somebody younger than you. What does a  dream about giving keys to someone mean? 




A dream that involves giving keys to people, may include giving somebody else your house keys in a dream alternatively your car keys. 




Suffice to say, giving anybody a set of keys is associated with you feeling that element of life has become somewhat impractical. Positive aspects create a vivid imagination that you can use to the greater good.  




Giving keys to others in a dream also signifies daydreaming and being less productive at work. In essence from a symbolic perspective, this dream indicates you are giving away something in life.




If you are female and you dream of keys: If you are female and you dream of a set of keys, losing keys, opening doors with keys, and this can signify that you need to study carefully in order to
progress in life. 





The keys themselves represent different patterns of your life. If the key was not causing any amount of stress in the dream then this indicates you are going to fix matters in your life. 




You are a male and dream of a key: For a male to dream of a key
suggests that you have new opportunities on the horizon. There are other factors that should be taken into account in regards to the meanings outlined above.





As we’ve already concluded the key itself represents a new opportunity in life. From a masculine perspective, this can be a new job or opportunity on the horizon.




Feelings that you may have encountered during a dream of key: Mellow. Soft. Relaxed. Loving. Kind. Trusting. Surprised. Content. Spiritual. Happy. Amazed. Curious. Enjoying. Joyful. Full of life and energy. Confused, but relaxed. Devotional. Positive changes are afoot if: You did not lose the key in your dream. You found a key in the dream. The key opened many doors.


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Adeste Fideles by Enya


1. Adeste Fideles laeti triumphantes,
Veníte, veníte in Bethlehem.
Natum vidéte, Regem Angelorum:

Veníte adoremus,
Veníte adoremus
Veníte adoremus Dóminum

2. Deum de Deo, lumen de lúmine,
gestant puellae viscera
Deum verum, genitum non factum:

Veníte adoremus,
Veníte adoremus
Veníte adoremus Dóminum

3. Cantet nunc io chorus Angelórum
cantet nunc aula caelestium:
Gloria in excelsis Deo:

Veníte adoremus,
Veníte adoremus
Veníte adoremus Dóminum

4. Ergo qui natus, die hodierna
Jesu, tibi sit glória
Patris aeterni Verbum caro factum:

Veníte adoremus,
Veníte adoremus
Veníte adoremus Dóminum



The Christmas carol "Adeste Fideles"—better known to most people as "O Come All Ye Faithful"—is one of the most beautifully written.



Its precise origins are a mystery, but scholars say the song is at least 250 years old. Some have attributed the song to King John IV of Portugal (1604-1656), called "the musician-king," who composed a number of musical works during his reign and also compiled one of the world's largest musical libraries.



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Other historians say the English hymnist John Francis Wade (1711-1786) is the true author of this carol. The earliest versions of "Adeste Fideles" are all in Latin.
 

The English-language version that most people today know was translated in 1841 by Frederick Oakeley, a British Catholic priest. Both versions have eight verses, though not all are found in the earliest published versions. Some verses, such as the final one, is sung traditionally only at Christmas Mass.

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Whether you prefer to sing in English or in Latin, either version of this holiday carol are a wonderful addition to your Christmas music performances.


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"Adeste Fideles" Latin Lyrics

1. Adeste Fideles laeti triumphantes,
Venite, venite in Bethlehem.
Natum videte, Regem Angelorum;

Refrain
Venite adoremus,
venite adoremus,
venite adoremus
Dominum!

2. Deum de Deo, lumen de lumine,
gestant puellae viscera.
Deum verum, genitum non factum; (refrain)

3. Cantet nunc io chorus Angelorum
cantet nunc aula caelestium:
Gloria in excelsis Deo!

4. Ergo qui natus, die hodierna,
Jesu, tibi sit gloria.
Patris aeterni Verbum caro factum;

5. En grege relicto, Humiles ad cunas,
vocati pastores approperant.
Et nos ovanti gradu festinemus;

6. Aeterni Parentis splendorem aeternum,
velatum sub carne videbimus.
Deum infantem, pannis involutum;

7. Pro nobis egenum et foeno cubantem,
piis foveamus amplexibus.
Sic nos anamtem quis non redamaret?

8. Stella duce, Magi, Christum adorantes,
aurum, thus, et myrrham dant munera.
Jesu infanti corda praebeamus;
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"Oh Come All Ye Faithful" English Lyrics

1. O come, all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant!
O come ye, o come ye, to Bethlehem.
Come and behold Him, born the King of angels;

Refrain
O come, let us adore Him,
O come, let us adore Him,
O come, let us adore Him,
Christ the Lord!

2. God of God, Light of Light,
Lo! He abhors not the Virgin’s womb.
Very God, begotten not created; (refrain)

3. Sing, choirs of angels, sing in exultation!
Sing, all ye citizens of heaven above:
Glory to God, glory in the highest!

4. Yea, Lord, we greet Thee, born this happy morning,
Jesu, to Thee be glory given.
Word of the Father, now in flesh appearing;

5. See how the shepherds, summoned to His cradle,
leaving their flocks, draw nigh to gaze.
We too will thither bend our hearts’ oblations;

6. There shall we see Him, His eternal Father’s
everlasting brightness now veiled under flesh.
God shall we find there, a Babe in infant clothing;

7. Child, for us sinners, poor and in the manger,
we would embrace Thee, with love and awe.
Who would not love Thee, loving us so dearly?

8. Lo! Star-led chieftains, Magi, Christ adoring,
offer Him frankincense, gold, and myrrh.
We to the Christ-child, bring our hearts oblations;


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Popular Recordings

Although the English-language version of this Christmas carol is more recognizable, there have been notable versions of both songs recorded through the years.



The Italian tenor Luciano Pavoratti performed "Adeste Fideles" numerous times during his career, as has the Vienna Boys Choir.



The Irish singer Enya has also recorded a version of the Latin carol. "Oh Come All Ye Faithful" has been recorded by scores of pop musicians from Frank Sinatra and Perry Como to Mariah Carey and the heavy-metal band Twisted Sister.


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