While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks

Verse 1

While shepherds watched their flocks by night, From dangers that surround; The angel of the Lord shone bright, With glory all around.

Chorus

"All glory to God!" the angels sing, "Peace on earth, good will to men"; Glad tidings of great joy they bring, All hail the star of Bethlehem!

Verse 2

The shepherds they were sore afraid, And troubled in their mind; "I bring," said he, in white arrayed, "Great joy to all mankind."

Verse 3

"To you in Bethlehem this day Is born of royal line, A Savior, who is Christ, the Lord, And this shall be a sign."

Verse 4

The shepherds glorified their God, For what they saw and heard; "Good will to all," the angels sang, "Who love and keep His word."