Christ in Song ‎#244

244. Peace on Earth

1 "Peace upon earth!" the angels sang,
"Goodwill unto men!" the chorus rang,
"Glory to God!" the Christ has come,
His bright star shines in the clear blue dome.

Refrain:
Joyously sing, Joyously sing,
Joyously sing, Joyously sing!
Shout hallelujah to Christ, our King!

2 "Peace upon earth!" 'tis sounding still,
"Glory unto God, to men good will!"
Bethlehem's song, 'tis caught from far,
And lifted up to that glowing star. [Refrain]

3 "Jesus has come!" it echoes wide,
Thro' valley and plain, on mountain side;
But not alone the angels sing,
For even children the anthem ring. [Refrain]

4 Yes! let them sing, for Christ has laid
His hand with a blessing on their head;
Sweeter to Him than angels' tones
Are songs that come from His little ones. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: "Peace upon earth!" the angels sang
• Title: Peace on Earth
• Author: Julia A. Mathews
• Refrain First Line: Joyously sing, Joyously sing
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1908
• Topic: Special Occasions: Christmas

Tune Information

• Name: ["Peace upon earth!" the angels sang]
• Composer: Robert Lowry
• Key: C Major