This song crushed my heart. As I listened, I saw a panoramic view of my life. I was taken from my mom when I was 7 years old by the courts of California. I was institutionalized for 10 years. I suffered many horrible things for those 10 years. Then when I was 18 Jesus revealed himself to me and I was saved. Im 70 years old now and have had a blessed life. Jesus helped me graduate from college, gave me two beautiful daughters,and 4 grandsons. Jesus was my mother, and my father, and my brother and my savior. I have lived in the goodness of God. He has been faithful.
I feel and hear your heart. I wish that to i lost it from 8-15 years (this was my childhood and early teenagerhood) was when I lost my Innocence and childhood. I completely understand...but god would want us to move forward to reach him and have us surrender completely to him and let him guide us home to him seeing how we are his children. So keep a strong heart and keep looking forward.
He who doubts is right.he who agrees is wrong..simple as that..i come from irish parents came to england 1955..with nothing had 6 kkids one after tother..then me 11 years later..1966..should of been aborted my mum told me in latef years.my mum iz alive my dad died 1992 aged 47..waste of life but he gave life...was catholics but realised they bedn had over
My sister and I loved this as children. She passed at 33 and her epitaph reads the last line of this movie "Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God". Today is her birthday she would have been 61..❤👩👧❤
i can relate, my friend died at age 23 in '85 & his marker says "Co-heir with Christ" & that lets me make sense of it eh, God bless til the big reunion
I am quite a bit younger but I am totally with you. This song and scenario in general are so humbling and really remind you of what your priorities should be. Secularism has tried to kill Faith and overall proper morality, but as long as we keep it alive there will be good. Merry Christmas!!!
Bro you're not the only one, I'm 49 and cried also when I hear this song. Especially now when you have a love one fighting for his life with covid-19. May our new born King rid this disease soon. God bless.
You have to understand that the boy does have hatred in him, against those that abused him and the one that hurt his lamb. Instead of thinking of his vengeance, he prayed for his lamb's life to return. This message really never gets old, even in this society today.
It's been a long time since I've seen the entire film, but I believe Aaron was a happy boy when he was young. Then his parents were murdered and after becoming an orphan he was mistreated by some ugly fat guy (sorry, I don't remember his name). He saw firsthand how cruel this world can be and how cruel people were to him. I don't blame him for the hatred he had in his heart. Despite the cruelties of this world, his heart was pure. This was one of the best Christmas specials back in the day when Christmas specials were truly special.
This is my all time favorite part of the movie. This is so precious, pure, raw emotion. I love that he finally got rid of the hate. As he looked into the eyes of Jesus his heart melted. I’m 61 and still bawl every time I see this part.
Those walking in darkness have seen a great light (Isaiah) Anyone who hates his brother walks in darkness; whoever loves his brother walks in the light and does not stumble (1 John)
So sad that the major networks no longer show this Christmas classic anymore. Loved watching it every Christmas season as a child. I'm 52 now and still love it.
This very program is why I started playing drums at age four some 61 years ago. Whenever I get too full of myself or tangled in the world, I stop and remember why I started playing. The story of the little drummer boy moves me as much today as it did when I was four. God forgive me for ignoring you. I play for you.
This was the seed for my drumming as well, solidified by seeing Micky Dolenz behind that unique kit setup. I wanted to do what he was doing and started playing at 13. My 21st century Alesis kit was dubbed "The Dolenz Boys" when I got it. And this clip still hits me where I live at 60. Thank you, Lord.
There is a VERY good lesson to learn from this song: as long as a gift or an act truly comes from the heart, it should be enough - it certainly was for the babe.
I'm 61 and STILL shed tears when this WONDERFUL MAGNIFICENT scene IS shown even now!!!!!!!!! I'm also 😔 wondering why any network won't show this meaningful show with a message of truth that is so much more needed now than ever!!!!!!!!! "Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God"!!!!!!!!!!! MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!!!!
Amen, OP, I'm 60, and it gets to me still when the family is together christmas eve this is one that we watch together, everyone looks at me as I tear up when Aaron starts playing his little drum. God bless
Same. I had no business playing this song-never mind the song-right now, when things are dark for my family. Told myself to click away but didn't. Turned out to be exactly what I needed to grieve. Just imagine: baby Jesus smiling at you. Went thru half a box of tissues this is so powerful to me.
As Christian for 47 years I never took the time to truly understand this song. This morning while reading the “The songs tell the story” an advent devolution the writer explained the meaning and background. My heart is filled with joy. Thank you Jesus ❤️🙏🏼❤️
Your relationship with Christ is waaay more important than the religion of this Earth. Truly search what’s truthful and what’s deceitful in the religions of this Earth. Including Christianity. Find these things through Christ. Turn to Jesus and God bless you all!✝️❤️🙏
I get fairly emotional listening to this song. Hearing how Aaron’s heart was filled with love. Blessed are the pure in heart. Can’t explain why this song brings me to tears.
That's the thing about this sequence, and the 1965 rendition; it should touch a tender spot. If it doesn't...well that's the thing about faith. If you have it, no words are necessary.
I am 23, and I had this movie on vhs and as I am older and a Christian,this powerful scene brings me to my knees before Jesus and God because of them saving me and my soul from 7 years of hurt,betrayal,and anger when I was 15. I was 8 when the devil nearly had me in the palm of his evil hands but I prayed to god and Jesus tosave me and after 7 years of that hell and darkness at the age of 15 i was saved. And i can never thank the holy father and holy son for what they did to me. And even now i am crying
It's amazing how the writers conveyed such a respectful atmosphere which features a snare drum in front of the King of Kings. As a drummer and a daily failing, yet aspiring, Orthodox Christian it resonates with me so much. I grew up with this movie and it hits so much harder as an adult than as a child. These amazing animators deserve every single award for writing this masterpiece.
you got a fellow drummer that's touched by this lo these many years, my friend. As Christians we try to get it right, we still struggle, sometimes we stumble. Remember: A stumble is not a fall.
54 yrs old and crying like a baby, this is the most beautiful Christmas song, and I remember watching with my parents when I was young. And cried. Such a powerful song.....
This makes my heart full and I cry, every time. I had forgotten about the little lamb being injured and close to death. I do and always will remember that the boy, though he didn't have anything of worldly value, gave what he had from his heart. I think that is what the Lord values.
I still get teary eyed...everytime. I was watching this with a old girlfriend one year and she couldn't seem to understand why Aaron's gift stood above them all. I couldn't see her anymore afterwards because we simply valued different things in life. I hope she's doing well. Safe travels along the path you walk. May life be a kind teacher along your way. My old love.
This scene just reduces me to sobs every time I watch it.. I have memories of being a child watching this movie and I could feel the power of this miracle of baby Jesus saving the lamb. Innocence and Love.
This just hits home, we didn’t have gifts growing up with my siblings but watching these classics air on tv every year around Christmas time gives us that best magical Christmas feeling
@@SpongeBobbyBrady Excuse me for being a cultured person. Also, this is an old movie, no? None of my friends know it. Plus, how much attention will I get here its not like this is a popular video.
Renee it's. The truth the life and the way. Let the truth guide you. Jesus can be in your heart if you let him. Love is for us all and the way is my own too. It's thanksgiving my thanks goes to you today you're my friend thanksgiving is a story that was picked by God because in the olden days men didn't shed their food they ate it right away lest someone asked them for some, stole it or wanted some. At thanksgiving the men who were called puritans GAVE some to the Indians and the Indians shared too it was rare to see this. So He picked it to share with family as well as friends . Be quiet the prayer was thought by the Indians to make it the superior food of the Chiefs and so you know hence the supposed whites were acknowledged by even the heathens or whatever as the proud Chiefs of the white people inhabiting their land. This made them awed and then they came by the fact they were treated as less than them. They got mad because Chiefs of Indians were satisfied with the acknowledgement . The way can falter if the truth is not known previously so light and love can be held by all Ann
I absolutely loved this particular show. It was very moving. It always made me tear up. It's a pity this is no longer on the television anymore. I truly believe that everyone would enjoy this no matter what their age is and I am 66 years young. And to this day I enjoy this. Merry Christmas 🌲.
Thanks to my mom, I have grown to love all of the Rankin-Bass specials ever since my childhood. I'm 28 now and still cry when I watch this one. The animation, the music, and the narration (a wonderful job by Greer Garson) was just so beautifully done. There are countless song covers of The Little Drummer Boy, but this version (sung heavenly by The Vienna Boys Choir)... it hits home.
The 1965 version of this song gets me choked up...but it's the only one that does. This sequence just took me thru half a box of tissues. Which I needed from multiple family members passing and illness the past 2 weeks. Can you imagine Mary nodding to you to just give what you have? And can you just feel the absolute joy when the baby Jesus smiled at you?
4:08 ~ "Aaron's heart was filled with joy and love, and he knew at last that the hate he had carried there was wrong - as all hatred will ever be wrong. For, more powerful, more beautiful by far than all the eons of sadness and cruelty and desecration that had come before was that one, tiny, crystalline second of laughter ... Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God."
I remember watching this at Christmas when I was younger. My family was always together at Christmas and no matter how cold it was outside, it was always warm in our house. I watched this video today and a flood of memories came back of the only place I wanted to be at. I am glad I found this again...
Why Can people Not see that to be Humble is a very Good thing in the eyes of the Lord Jesus Christ! I cry inward even after ALL these Years! 44+ Praise God!!
I have very vague memories of watching this on tv when I was younger. The old stop motion Christmas specials were always my favorite. They have such a nostalgic feeling that can’t really be replicated now.
Praise our Lord Jesus Christ 🙏 That he was willing to be born as a man, die a most horrible death, all that we might be reconciled to God, that we might be saved, and through Jesus have eternal life in heaven! Please!😭 I beg of you😭 please receive Jesus into your heart this day to be your Lord 💖 and savior💗🙏 Please give Jesus a chance🌹❤️
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I loved watching this as a little one with my family. It still brings me to tears every time. I am 29 years old and grew up with this every year, being curled up with my mama to see this even as a adult, but sadly I am not able to anymore as she passed so this year I watch this now with the fondest memories of her during this amazing time of year. Thank you for sharing this and bringing back memories of the best time of my life.
@@traceysaunders4711then everything simply flies right over your heads and you never will understand. Allowing some one else’s views or way of thinking to control your own thinking and how you choose to believe will in the end, cause you to be left behind.
I remember watching this every year with my parents and brothers. Always made me cry and still does. 😭💕🥁 Blessing to everyone and may you all have a Merry Christmas!
I'm a 74 y.o. great-grandmother but I remember the little drummer boy song from when I was a child. My own grandmother loved it so much that I saved up my allowance & bought her a musical little drummer boy for Christmas one year. This video, called a "Claymation" Christmas movie, came out in 1968, the year after I graduated from H.S., but I watched it from then on & was so happy I could share it with my grandma & both my sons.
This was my late father’s favorite Christmas song. I’m filled with memories of watching this with him, when I was a child. Thank you for sharing this clip.
This lovely little story was part of my childhood at Christmas time. I remember watching this as a little girl then later on as a teen listening to this song and the meaning of the wise man was meaningful as he said" go to him" after the sweet lamb was run over. Then as in real life the baby Jesus who was the son of God the true King 👑 healed that lamb just as he still has healed many in my family including me. This is a profound message to them who really know Jesus and father God personally.
One of my favorites as a child. God saved me at 32 and now I am 48 and yes this still makes me cry. Even more since my little lamb shu shu passed away recently. She's with God now.
I remember watching this when I was a very small child. The little Drummer Boy was always my hero. I think he just thought that he was playing for another poor kid not unlike himself.
Such a strong message!! By little drummer boy faith and hope we all can be healed. Jesus said that he is the same yesterday today and forever!!! praise his holy name.
I been wandering about this cartoon as a child. This cartoon has made a mark on my heart, about giving your best to God whatever you have even just playing a drum like this poor boy have. God will be pleased if you just give him the best to Him. I am now 45 yrs old and these brings tears to my eyes. What wonderful Christmas I had in my youth, memories of my father and this wonderful christmas cartoon about the little drummer boy.
This is and will always be my favorite Christmas show and a song that brings me to tears everytime I watch this video, which i do every year to remember my dad. This was his favorite too. Rest easy and merry Christmas dad🙏 merry Christmas to everyone else as well and may god forever watch over and protect u
It has already been pointed out that, by the end of the miserable year that was 1968, with all its sadness, cruelty, and desolation, this TV special must have been greeted with a certain relief from Americans eager for an escape from the news of the RFK/MLK assassinations, Vietnam, and the violent unrest sweeping the nation's major cities, with the message that "the gift given out of the simple desperation of a pure love is the one favored above all" and that "all hatred in one's heart is wrong as all hatred will ever be wrong." In many ways that message resonates even more today, its a shame the country as a whole probably won't be getting this kind of a message from today's pop culture promoting redemption, selflessness, and pure love triumphing over hatred. To look around at what's happening in this world, we sure could use it.
This holiday video is a favorite in our home. I cry like a big baby. Thank you for sharing. I'm 58 years old. God bless you for keeping it simple. Thank you. Happy holidays to you and your family.👶
This film has always touched me deeply, still does even now. I have it on DVD. It has within it a message that we all can benefit from. The little boy thought he had nothing to give, but yet he did have a gift, the gift of love, joy and music.
I agree but only don’t take this ideology to the extreme. We are all humans who must respect each other and love each other. I have no gift to bring but these words of my opinion.
I have always loved this song. This is probably my favorite Christmas song. As an adult in my 40s I realize the depth and hidden meaning behind it. The drummer boy...I have no gift to bring. There is nothing we can offer God almighty. He need nothing from us. The drum and pa rum pa pum pum...is our circumcised heart ❤. The sign of the new covenant. Unless you become like a child, you will never enter the kingdom of God! The lamb kept time...Jesus literally changed time with His birth BC/AD. I played my best for Him...we are to endure until the end and fight the good fight as Paul says. Then He smiled at me...God willing when our fight on earth is over, we will be greeted by Jesus at the gates of heaven smiling saying "well done my good and faithful servant You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master. Such a simple song that I loved as a child, but I finally understood it as an adult.
Absolutely love this! I always well up at the end when Aaron's little lamb is healed....and I well up when they zoom out slowly and Miss Greer Garson says "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God!" And the last soft notes of "the Little Drummer Boy" sound while we are focused on the Star. God's loving Christmas blessings to all of you, and your families, pets, and loved ones! 💖🎄🎄🙏🏻🙏🏿🕊🕊💖
I am a poor man alone on this world that has billions of people. I wake alone I go to sleep alone I eat alone but one other thing never leaves me alone. That is love of Jesus Christ. The enemy tells me to that no one loves me.The enemy tells me I am worthless and to kill myself but Jesus says to me it doesn't matter if no one on this earth loves me because he loves me.Jesus tells me to stay in faith he will always love me and never leave me. I love Jesus my personal Savior I will always love him.
Oh thank you Baby Mama that's very nice of you to say but I'm okay. Thanks again I wish you and yours the very best life has to offer you. I wish you love, happiness and safety. Merry Christmas and I hope 2016 is a very New Year for you. God bless you:)
I am a poor girl too, but I believe in you, dear Lord. Bless 🙌 and take care of my loved ones. Merry Christmas 2023 to all and take care of each other.
In 1997 I remember crying when I first heard this song. While my mother and I was waiting for the train. And she told the story on the way home.. the memories❣️ kids today need to watch these programs around Christmas instead of A pagan holiday TV special
And at 57....this STORY....I hold so close to my heart,,,when I was a kid.....I still cry....everytime I see this..........such a GREAT CLASSIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'm 51, and this still makes me cry. . .It's really amazing to think there are people some small and bereft of class that they can come up with self-aggrandizing, hateful comments to accompany a video like this. Pity these little human termites. . .
I came to watch this video today because it was my late moms favorite Christmas song... My heart is so heavy as I listen to the beautiful singing... 🙏🏿I love you Ida..😥 forever.. 🌲RIP🌹
My grandpa showed this to me, I am 17 and will always come back to this in memory of him. I am thankful he is still around, but I will always have this when he isn't. If I ever have children which I am very doubtful of as I don't want to bring beings on this planet who can be just as afraid of death as I am (besides, I have mental disorders and I heard through genetics, you can potentially give them to your offspring and this is hell, I wouldn't want this for anyone, so most likely I will adopt), I will show this to them and they will have this to remember me by
God has a plan for all of us, at every turn there is choice to accentuate you outcome. Whatever your future holds, God will bless you spiritually and abundantly.
