H.II. The nativity of Christ

1 Behold, the grace appears!
The promise is fulfill'd;
Mary, the wondrous virgin, bears,
And Jesus is the child!

2 To bring the glorious news,
A heavenly Form appears;
He tells the shepherds of their joys,
And banishes their fears.

3 Go, humble swains; (said he,
To David's city fly;
The promis'd infant, born to-day
Doth in a manger lie.

4 With looks and hearts serene,
Go visit Christ, your king;
And straight a flaming troop was seen:
The shepherds heard them sing —

5 Glory to God on high!
And heavenly peace on earth:
Good will to men, to angels joy,
At the Redeemer's birth!

6 In worship so divine,
Let saints employ their tongues;
With the celestial host we join,
And loud repeat their songs.

7 Glory to God on high!
And heavenly peace on earth,
Good will to men, to angels joy,
At our Redeemer's birth.

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First Line: Behold, the grace appears!
Title: The nativity of Christ
Language: English
Publication Date: 1785
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