The Jewel ‎#105

105. The Shepherds of Bethlehem

1 They were watching on the hillsides, for the coming day,
With the starry folds of night above them spread:
When a glory flashed around them, like a ray,
Thro' the pearly portals on them shed.

Chorus:
"Glory to God in the highest," Came floating down the air;
"Glory to God in the highest!" Seem'd ringing ev'ry where;
"Glory, Glory, Oh, children, Come sing that song again,
"Glory to God in the highest! Good will and peace to men."

2 Louder swell the joyful anthems from the angel throng;
Over hill and vale the strains enchanted float;
See the wond'ring shepherds list'ning to the song,
Trembling yet rejoicing at the sight! [Chorus]

3 Oh, the joyful, joyful tidings! for to you is born,
Christ the wondrous Saviour and the mighty King;
Hail, ye waiting nations, hail this joyous morn!
Happy tidings now to earth we bring. [Chorus]

Text Information

• First Line: They were watching on the hillsides
• Title: The Shepherds of Bethlehem
• Refrain First Line: "Glory, to God in the highest"
• Publication Date: 1874

Tune Information

• Name: [They were watching on the hillsides]
• Composer: B. B. H.
• Key: D Major