Eia, Eia

Verse 1

To us in Bethlem city was born a little Son; in him all gentle graces were gatherered into one: Eia: eia;* were gathered into one.

Verse 2

And all our love and fortune lie in his mighty hands; our sorrows, joys, and failures he sees and understands: Eia: eia; he sees and understands.

Verse 3

O Shepherd, ever near us, we'll go where thou dost lead; no matter where the pasture, with thee at hand to feed: Eia: eia; with thee at hand to feed.

Verse 4

No grief shall part us from thee, however sharp the edge; we'll serve and do thy bidding--O take our hearts in pledge! Eia: eia; O take our hearts in pledge!