Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual Songs ‎#CVIII

CVIII. The Song of Angels

1 While shepherds watch'd their flocks by night,
All seated on the ground,
The angel of the Lord came down,
And glory shone around.

2 "Fear not, said he (for mighty dread
Had seiz'd their troubled mind;)
Glad tidings of great joy I bring
To you, and all mankind.

3 To you, in David's town, this day
Is born of David's line,
A Saviour, who is Christ the Lord;
And this shall be the sign:

4 The heav'nly Babe you there shall find,
To human view display'd,
All meanly wrapt in swathing bands,
And in a manger laid."

5 Thus spake the Seraph, and forthwith
Appear'd a shining throng
Of Angels, praising God, who thus
Address'd their joyful song:

6 "All Glory be to God on high,
And to the earth be peace;
Good will, henceforth, from heav'n to men
Begin, and never cease."

Text Information

• First Line: While shepherds watch'd their flocks by night
• Title: The Song of Angels
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1792
• Scripture:
  Luke 2:10-11
  ;
  Luke 2:13-14
• Topic: The Nativity of the Savior, Celebrated by Angels and Men
• Source: Episcopal Psal.

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