Author: Minnie A. Greiner-Edington Hymnal: The Cyber Hymnal #11292 Meter: 8.6.8.6.8.6 D First Line: Whene’er I hear the Christmas bells Refrain First Line: O Christmas bells, ring out, ring out Lyrics: 1 I hear the Christmas bells
Chime out across the snow,
My thoughts go back to Bethlehem,
Two thousand years ago.
I watch with humble shepherds there
At midnight calm and still,
While snowy flocks sleep peacefully
Upon the dew kissed hill.
Refrain:
O Christmas bells, ring out, ring out,
Your merry chimes today,
And bear us back to Bethlehem,
Where Christ the Savior lay.
2 Whene’er I hear the Christmas bells
Ring out so joyously,
The wondrous light which streamed from Heav’n
That night I seem to see.
I catch a glimpse of angels fair,
I hear the news they bring.
That in a lonely manger lies
The world’s expected King. [Refrain]
3 Whene’er I hear the Christmas bells
Ring out so sweet and clear,
The song the bright winged angels sang
Methinks I still can hear:
"All glory in the highest be
Unto our God for aye;
Good will to men and peace on earth,
Upon this happy day." [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: LAKE DISTRICT
O Christmas Bells, Ring Out!