Voices of Praise ‎#288

288. Ring the bells, the Christmas bells

1 Ring the bells, the Christmas bells;
Chime out the wondrous story;
First in song on Angel tongues
It came from realms of glory;
Peace on earth, good-will to men,
Angelic voices ringing--
Christ the Lord to earth has come,
His glorious message bringing.

Chorus:
Ring the merry Christmas bells;
Chime out the wondrous story;
Glory be to God on high,
For evermore be glory.

2 Wise men hastened from the East
To bring their richest treasures--
Gold, and myrrh, and frankincense,
And jewels without measure.
Him they sought, although a King,
They found in birthplace lowly,
There within a manger lay
The Babe so pure and holy. [Chorus]

3 Earthly crowns were not for Him;
He came God's love revealing;
On the Cross He died for us,
His blood forgiveness sealing.
'Tis the Saviour promised long,
Ring out your loudest praises;
Every heart this happy day
Its grateful anthems raises. [Chorus]

Text Information

• First Line: Ring the bells, the Christmas bells
• Refrain First Line: Ring the merry Christmas bells
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1883
• Topic: Christmas

Tune Information

• Name: [Ring the bells, the Christmas bells]
• Key: C Major