1. Rejoice and be merry
in songs and in mirth!
O praise our Redeemer;
all mortals on earth!
For this is the birthday
of Jesus our King,
Who brought us salvation,
His praises we'll sing!
2. A heavenly vision
Appeared in the sky;
Vast numbers of angels
The shepherds did spy,
Proclaiming the birthday of
Jesus our King,
Who brought us salvation,
His praises we'll sing!
3. Likewise a bright star
In the sky did appear,
Which led the wise men
From the East to draw near;
They found the Messiah,
Sweet Jesus our King,
Who brought us salvation,
His praises we'll sing!
4. And when they were come,
they their treasures unfold,
And unto him offered
Myrrh, incense and gold.
So blessed for ever
Be Jesus our King,
Who brought us salvation,
His praises we'll sing!
Happy Sunday!
2 comments:
I am not familiar with most of the carols you have been posting. Are they traditional English carols or your favourites or both?
On the whole - both! Number 18 is American, not English.
Carols are very popular in England (and Scotland) - a vital part of the Christmas Festival. I love them, as they tend to be cheerful and are not too heavy on the theology!
I shall continue posting them until Thursday 17 January.
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