Auld Lang Syne

Although not strictly a Christmas song this section would not be complete without the inclusion
of the lyrics of Auld Lang Syne. The song Auld Lang Syne is traditionally sung by most of us on the
stroke of midnight each New Years Eve however in Scotland, where Auld Lang Syne originates it
is also sung on Burns Night, January 25th, to celebrate the life of the author and famous poet
Robert Burns. The words 'Auld Lang Syne' literally translates from old Scottish dialect meaning
'Old Long Ago' and is about love and friendship in times past. The Auld Lang Syne lyrics referring
to 'We'll take a Cup of Kindness yet' relate to a drink shared by men and women to symbolise
friendship. The 'Auld Lang Syne' lyrics and words were first published in 1787 and the song has
now become a tradition as we celebrate a Happy New Year!!!!

Should auld acquaintance be forgot, Chorus.-For auld lang syne, my dear,

And never brought to mind? For auld lang syne.
Should auld acquaintance be forgot, We'll take a cup o' kindness yet,
And auld lang syne! For auld lang syne.

Auld Lang Syne – lyrics

Meaning of Auld Lang Syne and Cup O' Kindness

The Meaning of 'Auld' is "Old" and the meaning of 'Lang Syne ' is "Long Since". The lyrics "We'll take a cup
o' kindness yet" refers to the tradition of raising a glass, or a cup o' kindness meaning with "good will,
friendship and kind regard" and in remembrance of "noble deeds". The custom of drinking a "health" at a
special gathering to the prosperity or good health of another dates back into antiquity. The old Christmas
term 'Wassail' derives from Old Norse phrase 'ves heill' meaning "be healthy". So next time you sing Auld
Lang Syne you'll now know its meaning!

"For auld lang syne, my dear, For auld lang syne."

For auld lang syne.
We'll take a cup o' kindness yet,
Auld Lang Syne : Meaning of Lyrics

The Auld Lang Syne lyrics actually consist of five verses and this full version of the Poem Auld Lang Syne is
featured in the Christmas Poems section, complete with its history, its old origins and the meaning of the
ancient Scottish words. The Auld Lang Syne song is traditionally accompanied by people joining hands in
friendship as they look forward to the New Year ahead and pledging that whatever changes life may bring
that old friends will not be forgotten.