Whilst shepherds, in the open field

Verse 1

Whilst shepherds, in the open field, Watched o'er their flocks, by night; God's angel shone in glory round, And all their minds affright: But the kind angel to them said. Let naught disturb your mind; Good news I bring you, which shall be Great joy to all mankind.

Verse 2

For unto you, in David's town, (As sacred rolls record,) This very day a Savior's born, The promised Christ, the Lord. And this shall be your certain sign; You'll find (the Seraph said,) The babe enwrapped in swaddling cloths, And in a manger laid.

Verse 3

Then strait, there with the angel joined, A numerous shining throng Of heavenly spirits, praising God; And thus unite their song. Glory to God, who dwells on high, By angels round his throne; Blessed peace hath visited the earth Goodwill to man is shown.