Author: William C. Wilbor Meter: 6.6.4.6.6.6.4 Appears in 1 hymnal First Line: To Christ in Bethlehem Lyrics: 1 To Christ in Bethlehem
Joyful the wise men came,
Led by the star;
Kneeling in reverent prayer,
Rich gifts they offered there:
Frankincense, gold, and myrrh,
Brought from afar.
2 To Christ in manger laid
Shepherds their homage paid,
By angels sent;
Leaving their flock afield,
Their service glad to yield,
To wondering men revealed
His great advent.
3 In every circling year,
Are told the tidings dear
Of star and song;
To Christ, our glorious king,
Our hearts and gifts we bring,
Join all His name to sing,
His praise prolong. Used With Tune: ITALIAN HYMN Text Sources: Ode to Niagara and Other Poems (New York: Eaton & Mains, 1911), alt.
Song For Christmas