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Text:Glory Be to God on High
Author:Anonymous
Tune:[Christ was born in Bethlehem, Alleluia]

234. Glory Be to God on High

1 Christ was born in Bethlehem, Alleluia,
Son of God and Son of man, Alleluia.

Refrain:
Glory be to God on high, Alleluia,
Glory be to God on high, Alleluia.

2 He grew up an earthly child, Alleluia,
Of the world, but undefiled, Alleluia. [Refrain]

3 Jesus died at Calvary, Alleluia.
He arose triumphantly, Alleluia. [Refrain]

4 He will cleanse us from our sin, Alleluia,
If we put our trust in Him, Alleluia. [Refrain]

5 We will live with Him one day, Alleluia,
And forever with Him stay, Alleluia. [Refrain]

Text Information
First Line: Christ was born in Bethlehem, Alleluia
Title: Glory Be to God on High
Author: Anonymous
Refrain First Line: Glory be to God on high, Alleluia
Language: English
Publication Date: 1982
Topic: Jesus Christ: Life and Ministry
Tune Information
Name: [Christ was born in Bethlehem, Alleluia]
Key: D Major
Source: Traditional Folk Tune



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